Portrait #5 — Quiet Wonder
An intimate, inward moment captured through layered color and gentle form.
This painting was inspired by a reference photo used in a class I took through Penn Studios with Jane French in August 2025. While the lesson began then, the piece was completed later, allowing time for reflection and intuitive development. Jane French has been a meaningful influence on my work; Kara is a proud owner of her book, One Hundred Heads, which directly inspired her ongoing 100 Faces project. This portrait reflects both that inspiration and her continued exploration of expressive, color-driven portraiture.
This portrait is the first piece from her 100 Faces series available to reserve. It will be sent to its collector after it has been exhibited in my upcoming gallery show.