Musician Study (Original Painting) Oil on Canvas Panel 12x9 by J. Brad Holt

This is a studio piece. The guitarist is a friend of mine.

This expressive painting captures the raw energy of a guitarist lost in his performance. Loose, textured brushstrokes create a sense of motion as he strums passionately, his figure bathed in warm tones of ochre, brown, and soft blue. The scene feels alive and spontaneous — with signs and light filtering through. The style focuses less on detail and more on rhythm, mood, and the soul of live music. It’s a vivid portrayal of art meeting life in an everyday moment of creative expression.