His hesitation 2022

Lanise Howard painted "His hesitation" with careful strokes and a warm palette of golds, oranges, and browns. I wonder what Howard was thinking as she painted this portrait? What does it mean to capture a moment of hesitation? I can almost feel her gentle touch as she blends those soft skin tones. The paint feels thin and deliberate, almost like a watercolor. But those strong chest and shoulder muscles suggest a powerful presence. I'm drawn to his gaze – thoughtful, maybe a little unsure. The artist's ability to capture a person's inner world through something as simple as an averted gaze is a testament to the power of painting. It reminds me of other painters who are masters of portraiture like Alice Neel. Artists keep talking to each other across time, isn't it wonderful?