Portrait of Irina Koshel: Blooming Grace

'Portrait of Irina Koshel: Blooming Grace' is a pastel-on-paper portrait of Irina Koshel, an entrepreneur, small business owner, wife, and mother. The artwork presents her with a gentle expression, warm eyes, and softly flowing blonde hair, creating a portrait that feels personal, elegant, and intimate. The warm brown background allows the face and hair to become the main focus, while the pastel medium gives the portrait a delicate softness and luminous quality. Subtle highlights, warm skin tones, and careful attention to the eyes help create a sense of presence and emotional connection. Completed in August 2016, this portrait reflects Ozzie Ghani’s early work in expressive portraiture and his interest in capturing both likeness and personality through soft color, light, and form.