THOUGHTFULWhen confronted by the gaze of another person, we often wonder what they are thinking, what stories lie behind their eyes. Portraits with direct or near-direct gaze invite this same curiosity. In this piece, the red-haired subject looks subtly toward the viewer from a three-quarter view, her half-closed eyes conveying intimacy and quiet reflection. While her expression offers hints of personality and mood, her thoughts remain a mystery. I wanted to capture that delicate tension between presence and unknowability, creating a small work that draws viewers in to contemplate the depth of human expression.
Recycled Paper Collage on Plywood • 2 in x 3.5 in This piece was created using: printed scrapbook paper solid card stock, various finishes cosmetics packaging Paint chips printed texture reference photos SHOWN IN2025 • Artful Giving Show
80 Santa Fe Gallery Overland Park, Kansas 2025 • Business Card Show JKR Gallery Provo, Utah |
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