Leon

“Leon” captures a moment of quietude, a feline presence rendered with directness and warmth. The artist embraces an *alla prima* approach, building form and texture through immediate, visible brushwork. Deep charcoal tones define the subject, offset by glints of emerald within the eyes and a subtle play of light across the fur. The woven basket offers a grounding structure, its verdant hue echoing a sense of domestic comfort. Beyond portraiture, this work feels like an intimate study of observation—a fleeting connection between artist and subject, translated onto the canvas with an economy of gesture and a focus on the inherent dignity of its subject. The restrained palette and loose handling evoke a sense of immediacy, inviting the viewer to share in a private, contemplative space.