Ascent in Leather and Oil

This highly expressive, contemporary oil painting captures a dramatic, low-angle perspective of a woman's lower leg and foot, encased in a black stiletto high heel and tightly bound by black straps or cordage. Executed entirely in a heavy impasto technique, the thick, visible brushstrokes create a rich, tactile texture, especially in the warm, earthy tones of the skin (rust, brown, and orange). The subject is dynamically framed against an abstract, high-contrast background defined by aggressive black, white, and gray palette knife work, emphasizing the sensual tension and powerful drama of the scene. The overall mood is intense, modern, and highly textural, focusing on themes of form, restraint, and provocative fashion.