The Red Skirt

This painting beautifully captures a moment of introspective beauty, and it’s clear there is a thoughtful approach to both technique and emotional resonance. One of the strengths of this piece lies in the realistic yet tender portrayal of the figure, sharing a narrative of peacefulness and innocence. The balance between detail and softness is well maintained.
The delicate textures in the fabric of her blouse and the softness of her hair is particularly compelling. The warm color palette and the gentle light falling on her form create an intimate, almost timeless mood. The subtle play of light and shadow adds depth and a three-dimensional quality, inviting viewers to connect with her quiet moment of contemplation.

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Biography

Richard Kimball Jolley, American oil painter, b. 1954 –

R.K. Jolley graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Arts
Degree in Fine Art, and has been painting professionally for 38 years.

Jolley has a strong attraction to rich, tonal color, expressed in a variety of
styles, particularly, realism, tonalism, and impressionism.

He paints a wide range of subjects including, landscape, figurative, wildlife,
birds, and an occasional non-representative work.

His paintings can be found in collections throughout the United States and
abroad.

Artist’s Statement

What inspires me are, those fleeting moments of patterns of light.

I believe I am mainly influenced by tonalism and impressionism. For the most part, what concerns me the most when creating a work of art is, good color, believable light quality, and making strong, interesting value proportions. I apply these principles to all my subjects, whether they are realistic portrayals or non-representative works.