Hi, I’m Alyssa McDermott

I am a contemporary portrait painter working primarily in acrylics, creating evocative figurative paintings that explore emotional intimacy, interior experience, and human connection. My work focuses on quiet, psychologically rich moments—often depicting women, caregivers, and relational figures in states of closeness, reflection, or emotional overwhelm.

Through expressive realism and intentional color, I paint portraits that emphasize gesture, touch, and posture rather than overt facial expression. Faces are frequently partially obscured or turned away, allowing viewers to project their own meaning and emotional narratives into the work.

My paintings often explore themes of motherhood, care, vulnerability, and emotional labor, capturing moments that feel private and deeply human. These contemporary figurative artworks are created to invite pause and connection, offering space for reflection rather than confrontation.

Based in North Texas, I create original acrylic portrait paintings and fine art prints for collectors who are drawn to emotionally resonant, narrative-driven contemporary art. My work is available through select exhibitions, online platforms, and direct inquiry.

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