Self Portrait aka The Model 1913

Laura Knight made this painting, called 'Self Portrait aka The Model', to show the process of artmaking. It’s like she’s saying, “Hey, this is how it happens!” The textures here are so important, right? The way she renders the red sweater with all those juicy strokes, against the flat, matte surface of the reddish background. Look at how the brushstrokes almost vibrate – you can practically feel the wool. Then, bam, she throws in the smooth, pale skin of the model. It’s all about contrasts, making you really see each part. And get this: that quick sketch of a figure on the left looks a bit like a Matisse. Maybe she was digging him? Either way, it feels like she’s having a chat with art history, saying, "I’m part of this conversation too." What do you think?