“Green Teapot and Oriental Rug” was created using a process rooted in classical painting techniques—meticulous, deliberate, and quietly devoted to time.

The objects were first arranged in a controlled environment near the easel, with lighting precisely directed to sculpt their forms and bring out subtle reflections across the ceramics, metal, and fabric. This physical setup remained in place throughout the painting’s development, allowing for extended observation over many days and sessions.

Before a single brushstroke touched the panel, a series of preparatory studies were completed. Small thumbnail sketches established the compositional balance and overall movement of the scene. A focused color study followed—exploring tonal relationships and guiding the harmony of the final palette.

The image was then carefully drawn onto the linen surface using light charcoal, capturing the essential structure without overcommitting to fine detail. Over this, a monochromatic underpainting was laid in, establishing value and form in black and white. This early stage acted as the backbone of the final work, resolving light and shadow independently from color.

Once dry, the final color layer was applied slowly and with precision. Using thin glazes and rich, opaque passages of paint, each area was developed with care. The complex surface of the silver teacup, the soft green glaze of the teapot, and the densely patterned rug each received focused attention—built up in transparent and semi-transparent layers that created depth, radiance, and texture impossible to achieve through faster methods.

In total, this process spanned weeks, unfolding at the pace of close observation. It is the rhythm of traditional still life—quiet, sustained, and fully attentive to the presence of objects and the light that reveals them.