Barmaid

A pose of poise and attitude, bold and unashamed,
Bathed in drapes of emerald light and violet flame.
Her gaze cuts through the canvas with silent allure,
An icon of strength, both sultry and pure.

This figurative watercolour embraces a stylised realism with expressive, fashion-illustrative flair.
The technique highlights loose yet controlled brushwork, with sharp contrasts in fabric folds and skin tones.
The use of vibrant complementary hues energizes the portrait with theatrical presence.
The background’s abstraction supports focus on the figure while enhancing mood and gesture.