Description
Braids in Quiet Contemplation captures an intimate moment of stillness and thoughtfulness. The young figure is seen from both the back and a gentle side profile, highlighting the delicate strength in their posture and the intricate pattern of their short braided hair. Soft pastel tones trace the contours of skin and muscle with subtle shading, creating a sense of warmth and quiet depth. The minimalist background draws the eye solely to the figure, inviting reflection on the calm intensity of this brief encounter during a life painting session. This recent piece explores the quiet confidence found in simple presence, a fleeting yet profound pause captured in pastel.
Liam Ryan’s artistic journey spans Dublin, Michigan, Coventry, England, and New York, shaping a dynamic creative voice. Born in Dublin and raised near Detroit, he discovered his passion for art at twelve through a picture book on the Sistine Chapel. Influenced by his father’s sketches, Ryan pursued commercial illustration studies in Michigan and refined his craft with master pastelist Daniel E. Greene. After a brief commercial art career and time as a singer-songwriter, he committed to fine art portraiture and still life painting.
Ryan focuses on working from life to capture the essence and character of his subjects without using photographs. His technique blends influences from masters like Da Vinci, Sargent, and Greene. Outside the studio, he is an avid classical guitarist, reader, and spiritual seeker whose interests enrich his thoughtful approach to art.
Liam Ryan’s artistic journey spans Dublin, Michigan, Coventry, England, and New York, shaping a dynamic creative voice. Born in Dublin and raised near Detroit, he discovered his passion for art at twelve through a picture book on the Sistine Chapel. Influenced by his father’s sketches, Ryan pursued commercial illustration studies in Michigan and refined his craft with master pastelist Daniel E. Greene. After a brief commercial art career and time as a singer-songwriter, he committed to fine art portraiture and still life painting.
Ryan focuses on working from life to capture the essence and character of his subjects without using photographs. His technique blends influences from masters like Da Vinci, Sargent, and Greene. Outside the studio, he is an avid classical guitarist, reader, and spiritual seeker whose interests enrich his thoughtful approach to art.
