The Face of the Soul, c2012
Acrylic on canvas
30 × 24 in

The Face of the Soul explores the layered nature of identity through abstraction and color. The divided face emerges through bold shapes and shifting tones, suggesting the many emotional and historical forces that shape inner life. Warm and cool fields of color move across the surface, creating tension and balance within the composition. The work reflects Ragsdale’s ongoing interest in memory, visibility, and the psychological landscapes carried within the body.