The "Anguish Woman", oil painting on stretched canvas, sized 16 x 20 inches, is a haunting and evocative piece that I made to capture the intense emotional pain and heart-wrenching expression of suffering. I'm interested in the way the oil painting medium brings depth and dimension to the woman's anguished features, creating a visceral viewing experience. In order to draw the viewer into her emotional turmoil, I use a compact size and accentuate feelings of empathy and compassion. The overall effect is a visual representation of human struggle and emotional depth, which is central to my inspiration.