Untitled 2005

Stephen A. Fredericks' "Untitled" (2005) is a striking portrait of an older man. Executed in graphite, the artist utilizes lines and shading to capture the subject's features, with an emphasis on his eyes and mouth. The subtle lines creating the texture of the man's suit and the slight distortion in the face gives the portrait an almost painterly effect. Fredericks' work often explores the complexities of human identity, and this piece may reflect the artist's interest in the passage of time and the human condition.