Part of my 'Socks' series. 
 
The large physical scale of this work allowed me to fully explore the bracing joy of its subject. He takes a moment to appreciate why, where and who he is in that very moment. His undressed state emphasises his freedom, his head tilted back in satisfaction. 
 
The poppy, acidic palette infuses the painting with a distinct modernity that I really like. And then there are the stripes, three ways. I'm fascinated how stripes can structure a space in a painting. 
 
An intimate abstract figurative painting.