Lenaia 2019

maryjaneansell

figurative

facial expression drawing

character portrait

fantasy art

fantasy illustration

sensual

facial painting

animal drawing portrait

facial portrait

portrait art

digital portrait

Mary Jane Ansell's 2019 painting, *Lenaia*, depicts a woman in a white dress, resting her chin on her hand, with a bowl of grapes in the foreground. Ansell, known for her hyperrealistic style, uses meticulous detail to create a sense of realism. The painting's subdued palette and the woman's pensive expression suggest a quiet contemplation, inviting viewers to ponder the complexities of human emotion. The grapes, often symbolic of abundance and fertility, add a layer of meaning, enhancing the painting's allure.