Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Paul P., watercolor, 2002
Untitled, by Paul P., watercolor, 2002

Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Paul P.. It dates from 2002 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 2002 watercolor on paper by Paul P., held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing is a close-up portrait of a young person with dark, curly hair and a serious expression, lit from the side to create contrasting areas of light and shadow on their face.

Technique & Style

The watercolor medium allows the brushstrokes to remain visible while maintaining soft colors, and the artist's handling of light and shadow adds energy to the focused depiction of the subject's face.

Artist & collection

Artist

Paul P.

Paul P. is a Canadian artist known for his work as a painter, sculptor, collagist and graphic artist exploring identity, gender, art history and landscape. He lives and works in Toronto, Ontario.

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