Miss Mannered 2007

Rose Freymuth-Frazier’s “Miss Mannered” is an oil painting where the artist seems really interested in light, playing with how it hits the figure and fades into the dark background. It's cool how the light defines the figure’s face, hair, and the details on her dress. You can tell the artist is thinking about how light affects our perception of things. The painting has this smooth, almost velvety texture, probably built up through layers of thin, transparent glazes. When you look closely, especially at the lace details or the highlights on her hair, you can see the delicate brushwork. There’s a real sense of control, but at the same time, the paint feels alive. Like it's breathing. The way the artist plays with light and shadow reminds me of old masters like Caravaggio, but with a contemporary twist. It’s like she’s in conversation with art history, asking questions about beauty, representation, and how we see each other. Isn't art just one big conversation anyway?