(c) Green pepper

A single green pepper occupies the centre of the composition, rendered with careful attention to its form and the subtle play of light across its glossy surface. The pepper sits against a warm, muted ground of browns and ochres, its skin catching highlights that suggest both volume and tactile presence. Du Toit’s handling of light and shadow creates an image of quiet presence, characteristic of his classical impressionistic approach and mastery of oil painting technique.