In the Café (2026)Pastel drawing by Vasyl Koval

“In the Café” captures a quiet pause within the rhythm of city life — a fleeting moment of stillness we rarely allow ourselves. The figure, gently leaning over the table, seems absorbed in private thoughts, while the vivid orange scarf becomes a warm focal point within the restrained, almost monochrome atmosphere.

Created with oil pastel on cardboard, the artwork has a soft, tactile surface and a sense of living movement. The expressive strokes leave space for ambiguity, as if the scene continues beyond the frame. The café is not a specific place but a state of mind — a space for solitude, reflection, and inner dialogue.

This piece will appeal to collectors who appreciate intimate urban scenes and emotional depth without excessive detail. It works beautifully as an accent in a modern interior, offering a daily reminder of the quiet beauty found in ordinary moments.

Materials used:

Oil pastel

Details:

• Pastel drawing on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 30 x 40 x 2cm (framed) / 20 x 30cm (actual image size)
• This artwork is sold framed
• Signed on the front
• Style: Graphic
• Subject: People and portraits