Original artwork description:

This portrait captures the spirit of a Western rugged man. His gaze is steady — calm yet shaped by experience. I wanted to convey a raw but authentic strength, the kind earned through struggle against nature and life itself. I kept the background minimal to emphasize his inner resilience.
I used quick, assertive brushstrokes to highlight his expression and texture. With impasto and palette knife techniques, I brought out the tactile details of his beard and skin. The interplay of warm and cool tones creates tension and depth. I focused on the contrast between the sharp light and his composed presence to give the portrait both power and soul.

Materials used:

Acrylic

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