Capturing Essence

Abstract

Through my thesis work Capturing Essence, my process enables me to explore my curiosity about the perception of my subjects through intuition and observation. The conversations I have with them deepen my understanding of the subject, influencing the pose, color choices, and objects I include in the painting which are viewed as significant to their story. While capturing their likeness is important, my ultimate goal is to show my interpretation of who they are as an individual, their essence, and to depict a moment that reflects on the human condition.