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Even when she’s not directly commenting on a painting, her perspective shapes how I edit, what I remove, and what I leave untouched. ML: You’ve spoken about loving the process itself: the layering, the emergence, the convergence of elements. Is there a moment in the studio when a painting suddenly tells you who it wants to be? And how do you recognize when it’s complete? Raf: There’s always a point where the resistance drops. The painting stops fighting back and starts feeling settled. That’s when I know I’m close. Completion, for me, is about restraint. When adding anything else would feel unnecessary, I stop. That idea carries into other parts of my life too. I like knowing when to step back even though it’s hard for me to follow through and step back. ML: As you continue evolving as an artist and human, what question are you most curious to dive into next? Raf: Lately, I’m thinking a lot about balance. I spend time building companies, working with teams, creating momentum. Painting is my personal counterweight. It slows me down and keeps me honest. The question I keep coming back to is how those worlds can inform each other without losing their integrity. How do you stay present while still building something meaningful in the world? I don’t have the answer, but the work keeps moving me closer. Connect with Raf Simpson Website: www.rafsimpson.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/theminimalman