Chef Guy Jeffrey with Damian Huttan

The artistic style of this image is characterised by its heavily textured, impasto application of paint, creating a palpable sense of materiality. Peter has chosen to paint directly onto a rough hessian which is visible through the paint itself, becoming an integral part of the artwork's aesthetic. This choice of substrate significantly influences the overall look, giving it a rustic and raw quality.

Colour usage is subdued and earthy, dominated by browns, greys, and muted blues and greens in the figures' clothing. There are moments of brighter blue in the shirt of the left figure, and darker, richer blues and greens in the clothing of the right figure, creating visual interest. The flesh tones are rendered with warm browns and ochres, applied thickly. The overall palette contributes to the gritty, unrefined, and somewhat somber mood of the piece.

The overall aesthetic is one of raw realism, focusing on the tactile qualities of the materials and the unvarnished portrayal of the subjects. It leans towards a modern or contemporary interpretation of portraiture, where the materiality of the artwork is as important as the subject matter.

Size 7700mm x 660mm