This charcoal portrait captures a young girl’s radiant smile and expressive eyes. Edward drew inspiration from Arinze Stanley, particularly his ability to convey deep emotion and personality through technical precision. It was this emotional resonance that inspired Edward to portray the genuine spirit of his subject. The girl's head tilts gracefully, her playful banana earring adding a whimsical touch at the edge of the composition. Around the highlights, expressive charcoal marks build texture and depth, allowing the white of the paper to shine through and bring the portrait to life.
