Oil on Tracing Paper, 2m x 1m

In this large-scale portrait created in just one pose, Lou-Andrea’s presence is revealed through a tapestry of vibrating brushwork—raw, sincere, and alive. Her expression, held between weariness and strength, is not merely painted, but felt. As I painted, I sensed her inner fatigue and gently offered an energetic space for renewal. This work is more than likeness—it is a portrait of resilience.

The scarf, alive with radiant colors, becomes a symbol of rebirth; the shoulders bear the weight of emotion with grace. Every line is intuitive, guided not only by my eye but by an invisible current of empathy.

When she stood before the finished painting, Lou-Andrea whispered, “It’s vibrating. It’s alive.” This is why I paint.