Alan on the Couch is a painting I did years ago and was not happy with the result.  I recently got it back out and worked on it and now I am satisfied with it.  My son, Alan, is biting his lip and holding his ball for a rare still moment.  I spent a lot of time chasing after him as he tried to jump over the sides of the couch.

I am especially pleased with the light effect and the bold brushwork in this painting.