2023
Artist Comments
A man sits cross-legged on a bench, his head cropped from the frame. The focus shifts to his posture, clothing, and the way his body occupies space. By removing the face, artist Duane Brown emphasizes presence and social signaling over traditional portraiture. Body language becomes the primary emotional language of the piece.
About the Artist
Artist Duane Brown captures everyday life with a focus on intimate, often overlooked moments. Originally from Northern California and now based in New Mexico, Duane began as a photo-realist but found new energy in expressive painting after years of working as a caricature artist. “I found the freedom of improvisation in my brushstrokes to be a more rewarding way to express my vision,†shares Duane. His scenes often unfold instinctively, drawing references from live models, 3D software, personal photos, and even paused frames from old movies. Duane paints from a home studio, where he can easily respond to bursts of inspiration day or night. Outside of painting, he reads newspapers and periodicals aloud for the New Mexico Commission for the Blind—a role that adds unexpected meaning to the visual nature of his work.
Words that describe this painting: formal, suit, gesture, man, figure, figurative, sitting, bench, people, fashion, modern , oil painting, grey
Double-Crossed
Duane Brown
Oil painting on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2023
10 in. h x 9 in. w
0 lbs. 5 oz.
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