"What keeps you awake at night?" In this small yet expressive oil painting, the artist has captured a moment of quiet vulnerability and restlessness. A woman lies against a pillow, her gaze distant, eyes wide open in the stillness of night. The female's expression, soft yet piercing, evokes a deep emotional resonance, a familiar one to anyone who has had their mind running late at night while lying in their bedroom. Completed shortly before her 2025 artist residency in Mexico City, Insomnia continues Lancaster’s exploration of the rich inner life that can be revealed in a single glance. Her work has been exhibited across California, including at the Oceanside Museum of Art, and often invites viewers to slow down and connect with the quiet power of introspection. Rendered in rich oil textures, this 10x10 inch piece bursts with royal blues and a balance of realism and abstraction. The drips of paint unravel the piece and bring a painterly texture to the final composition. Subtle hints of teal, lavender, and blush tones dance across her skin, giving the figure a dreamlike, almost surreal feminine presence. Insomnia invites viewers into a place of meditation on solitude. It’s a modern figurative work that speaks to both emotional and aesthetic sensibilities, making it a striking addition to any contemporary art collection.

Name Of Artist (So You Are Searchable!)

Liz Lancaster

Exact Dimensions

10x10"

Year Created

2025

Provide details about the signature

Signed on front right corner and on back of panel. Includes stamp of authenticity.

Materials

Oil paint on wood panel. Includes floating frame in natural pine.