Proud Painting

Proud is an oil painting on canvas board that depicts a man in a pink shirt standing on a bicycle in London's Soho, gazing at a handwritten sign that reads "Proud." The alla prima technique creates a rough, textured surface, adding depth and dimension to the scene. The painting humorously explores the contrast between public displays of pride and the often-perceived lack of genuine personal interest in today's society. The man's pose and the sign's message invite viewers to consider the implications of such public declarations.