Masculinity | Limited Edition Print

Artwork Description

In this powerful portrait, the man’s piercing gaze reveals a quiet storm within — a moment of contemplation balanced between thought and decision.
The interplay of light and shadow symbolizes the tension of inner conflict and the birth of resolution.
Through a refined fusion of abstraction and realism, I aimed to capture not just a likeness, but a state of mind.
The blending of colors and layered texture draw the viewer into a dialogue between calmness and intensity — the very essence of decision-making.

This piece is a meditation on choice and self-awareness.
As I painted, I envisioned the subject holding a cigar — not merely as a prop, but as a symbol of pause and reflection.
In that quiet moment before action, he stands between doubt and determination.
The abstract brushstrokes echo the rhythm of thought, while the vibrant hues express the heat of human emotion beneath composed stillness.
This painting speaks to anyone who has stood at the edge of change — gathering strength before stepping forward.

Product Details

• Media: Museum-grade satin canvas paper with glossy finish

• Size: 500 (50 × 50 cm / 20 × 20 in)

• Edition: Limited to 30 prints, signed and numbered by the artist

• Frame: Unframed

• Shipping: Rolled and shipped safely in a protective tube
  

Original painting:

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