Techniques

Sitting portrait

Contemporary figurative paintings

Sitting portrait style, Midjourney V8.2, render 1 of 4
Sitting portrait style, Midjourney V8.2, render 2 of 4
Sitting portrait style, Midjourney V8.2, render 3 of 4
Sitting portrait style, Midjourney V8.2, render 4 of 4
Sitting portrait --v 8.2
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About

Sitting portrait is a representation of individuals in a seated position, often used to capture the essence and personality of the subject. This style has been a staple in art history, serving as a means to convey status, emotion, and identity through the posture and expression of the sitter.

Observations

Across all four renders, the figures are presented as seated character portraits with loose, visible paint handling, layered strokes, and selectively defined facial features. The palette stays restrained and earthy, while simplified backgrounds and cropped, informal poses give the work an expressive editorial-portrait feel.

Look terms

Colours

Earlier versions

Similar styles

Zinaida Serebriakova style (Painters), Midjourney V8.2
Philip Pearlstein style (Painters), Midjourney V8.2
Marlene Dumas style (Painters), Midjourney V8.2
Andrea Kowch style (Painters), Midjourney V8.2
Painters
Christian Krohg style (Painters), Midjourney V8.2
Michael Shapcott style (Painters), Midjourney V8.2