Still Life with Egg
2025
9" x 8"
Acrylic on Bristol Paper
2025
9" x 8"
Acrylic on Bristol Paper
This still life painting explores the subtle elegance of everyday objects through careful observation and technique. The singular subject, a golden brown egg, is rendered with a focus on lighting, texture, and shadow, transforming a humble object into a study of form and quiet drama.
A warm, earthy palette dominates the composition, creating a rich yet muted atmosphere. The surface of the potato is treated with layered glazes and dry brush textures, capturing its organic irregularities and natural sheen. The realistic yet stylized depiction is enhanced by the soft interplay of light and shadow, grounding the object in space and emphasizing its volume.
The surrounding background, though minimal in subject, plays a significant role in the composition. Loose brushwork and varied directional strokes create an abstract, textural plane that contrasts with the more detailed rendering of the potato. This juxtaposition brings visual interest and balance to the piece while drawing the viewer’s focus inward.
Through the simplicity of a single object and a restrained palette, this painting invites a deeper appreciation for texture, light, and the quiet presence of familiar things.
