Reverie

thes looks beautiful yet depressing great job!!

nice!

Reverie is a striking portrait of a woman by Austin, who reveals his inner turmoil through his bold use of colour and texture. The woman’s face is pale and peaceful, but also wounded by slashes of dark maroon paint that suggest blood or scars. Her eyes are shut, as if she is dreaming or escaping from reality. Her hair is adorned with flowers, but they are not realistic or delicate, but rather abstract and aggressive splashes of colour that contrast with the dull grey/blue background. The only other element of the painting is her black lace dress, which exposes her shoulders and hints at her femininity and vulnerability. The same maroon paint that covers her face also stains her shoulders, creating a sense of continuity and drama. The painting is a powerful expression of the artist’s emotions and his vision of beauty.