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Ren at JT’s Studio

Randy Wheeler
  • 48 × 60 in | 121.9 × 152.4 cm

  • Oil on linen

  • $3,500.00

  • 20% to benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA)
  • Prices listed do not include shipping and tax.
  • Available for shipping and/or pickup after the exhibit closes on June 30.
The subject, positioned slightly off-center, wears a dark, sleeveless dress and a peacock feather embellishment in their hair.

A realist approach with a careful attention to textures and lighting of a dimly lit studio. The figure, Ren, sits on a wooden stool, their body angled towards the viewer, with one arm resting on the thigh and the other loosely by their side. The dark, moody background, interspersed with warmer brown tones of the wooden panel and draped fabric, emphasizes the solitude of the space.

The peacock feather in Ren’s hair stands out both in color and symbolism, often associated with vanity and beauty, but here it might hint at underlying themes of identity and perception. The dress, simple yet elegant, along with the understated jewelry, suggests a casual yet thoughtful approach to self-presentation.

The interplay of shadows and light across the composition enhances the emotional depth, with the facial expression of Ren conveying a mixture of contemplation and defiance. The visible brushstrokes and the texture of the linen canvas add a tactile quality to the work, making the painting feel alive and immediate.

Ren is striking.”

The texture and detail, especially in the peacock feathers and facial expression...”

“…ambient lighting plays with the textures, creating a somber yet inviting atmosphere.”

Ren at JT’s Studio by Randy Wheeler