Silence in the coffee shop

18” x 24” Oil on canvas

Silence in the Coffee Shop came together quickly, with fast, expressive brushstrokes that let instinct lead. It’s a portrait, but more than that—it captures a moment of active consumption, the kind of quiet intensity that happens in public spaces where we’re both alone and surrounded.

The subject looks directly at the viewer, interrupting the stillness with a bold, challenging gaze. I focused on shape and expressive color to create tension and movement, allowing the figure to feel both grounded and fleeting