Waiting for the Train – Sophie 

Daniel Greene painted 'Waiting for the Train – Sophie' using oil on board. Greene applies thin layers of oil paint, resulting in smooth surfaces and soft gradations of color. His choice to depict a young woman in a mundane setting invites us to consider the relationship between labor, class, and everyday life. The amount of work and material needed to create this painting raises questions about who has the time and resources to engage with art, either as a creator or consumer. The painting invites contemplation on the time we spend waiting, traveling, working, and consuming within these spaces of transit. Greene's skilled brushwork, combined with the painting's subject matter, blurs the boundaries between fine art and craft. This work prompts us to consider the social and cultural significance embedded in both the materials and the making of art.