Almost Achromatic 

David Michael Bowers created "Almost Achromatic" using monochromatic colours to explore form, depth and identity. The painting’s composition draws our eyes to the figure, rendered with a striking sense of realism. Bowers challenges our perception through the calculated use of blurred lines and diluted tones. This technique creates a dreamlike effect. It questions the stability of identity, suggesting it is fluid and ever-changing. The interplay between figuration and abstraction reflects the complexity of human perception, where clarity and ambiguity coexist. The artist disrupts the conventional portrait format. By doing so, he invites viewers to consider the structural elements that make up the artwork. The visual strategies in “Almost Achromatic” transform a traditional subject into a complex exploration of seeing and understanding, reflecting modern questions about representation and reality.