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Laurie Humble

Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Behind the Attitude

Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Behind the Attitude

Original Oil on Canvas

A compelling study in contradiction and concealment, Behind the Attitude presents a figure whose gentle beauty masks deeper complexities. This striking portrait invites viewers to look beyond surface impressions, challenging assumptions about strength, vulnerability, and the personas we construct to navigate the world.

Rendered in luminous oils on canvas, the painting's sophisticated color palette—dominated by soft purple tones—creates an atmosphere of unexpected gentleness, while dramatic lighting reveals the subject's enigmatic expression. The artist's signature smoke element weaves through the composition as a visual metaphor for veiled truths, adding layers of meaning that unfold through contemplation.

Dimensions: 24" × 20" × 0.75"
Medium: Oil on canvas
Concept: Exploration of hidden depths beneath surface attitudes
Presentation: unframed (custom framing consultation available)

The painting's masterful use of chiaroscuro creates visual tension between the subject's apparent serenity and the intensity of her gaze, suggesting narratives that extend far beyond the canvas. This sophisticated handling of light and shadow demonstrates the artist's understanding of portraiture's power to reveal psychological complexity.

Perfect for collectors who appreciate contemporary portraiture that combines technical excellence with penetrating psychological insight, offering both immediate visual impact and enduring contemplative depth.

Professional framing consultations available. Complimentary shipping included for continental United States destinations. International shipping arrangements upon request.

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