Self-Portrait — Abstractly Painted
Energized | Self-portrait, Melissa Mahoney | 40” x 40” | Acrylic on raw linen
“I’ve always wanted to do a self-portrait in my abstract style. I’ve painted other portraits abstractly and really discovered a lot from the process.”
As I expanded my studio space in July of 2021, I felt inspired and energized.
I channeled these feelings—especially the empowering energy that I felt—and I started painting in bold, warm colors and using bold strokes.
I really enjoyed turning the focus on myself in this way to create this self-portrait.
The painting reflected exactly how I felt when I created it, so I titled it Energized.
This photo captures the painting in process, showing the paint strokes extend beyond the canvas. This created extra energy and motion on the canvas.
Please contact me to set up an appointment for a studio visit at my studio in Palo Alto, California.
Or please reach out if you are interested in having a portrait painted, abstractly.
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