Handmade - “Muted Voice” — Charcoal & Pastel Portrait Study

This original drawing explores intimacy and silence through minimalist form. The focus on the lips and lower face captures the tension between vulnerability and strength — a moment caught between speech and stillness. Rich tonal shading brings warmth and depth to the subject’s skin, while expressive line work adds raw emotional contrast. 🖌️ Medium: Charcoal & pastel on paper 📏 Size: 8 x 10 🖋️ Signed by artist: (me) 🎨 Condition: Excellent — original artwork, not a reproduction 💡 Key Features: • Expressive realism with emotional restraint • Neutral monochrome palette with subtle warmth • Perfect standalone statement piece or part of a contemporary portrait collection 👉 Colors may vary slightly based on screen settings. 🚚 Ships securely in protective packaging from a clean, smoke-free, pet-friendly home. 💬 Accepting offers!