Bandana Girl 1 2018

monicaikegwu

figurative

portrait subject

portrait reference

facial painting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

celebrity portrait

digital portrait

"Bandana Girl 1" (2018) by Monica Ikegwu is a hyperrealistic oil painting depicting a young Black woman with a bandana. Her face is the focal point, the light catching her skin and highlighting her intense gaze, emphasizing a sense of introspection. The patterned bandana and the repeated blue circles behind her add visual interest and create a captivating composition. Ikegwu's work often features Black women in everyday scenarios, celebrating their beauty and individuality. This piece showcases her talent for realism and her ability to imbue her subjects with powerful emotions.