Expressive Portrait, Lady with Brown Haircut (2026)Acrylic painting
by Sharyn Bursic

This artwork has been painted on an artboard, Lady with Brown Bob Haircut - Expressive Portrait.

This artwork is unframed.

This painting is a stylized portrait exploring quiet emotion and inner presence rather than realism. I focused on simplifying the form and letting color and shape do most of the storytelling. The figure’s elongated neck and softened facial features give the work a slightly surreal quality, while her direct but calm gaze invites a moment of reflection.
I used a warm, textured background to create contrast with the cool green of the dress, allowing the figure to feel grounded yet gently separated from her surroundings. Visible brushstrokes and layered paint were intentional, as I wanted the surface to feel tactile and expressive, not overly refined.
My influences come from modern figurative painting and artists who prioritize mood, color harmony, and character over detail. This piece is about stillness, strength, and introspection — capturing a sense of presence that feels both personal and open to interpretation.

Materials used:

Acrylic Paint, Thick Artboard

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Panel / Board / MDF
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 29.7 x 42 x 0.5cm (unframed)
• Signed on the back
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: People and portraits