Georgette Chen is one of Singapore’s pioneer artists and this self-portrait painted in 1946 has been said to demonstrate the principles Georgette hold dear in her art. She approaches this piece with much discipline, shown by her minimal use of lines to contour her face but instead meager use of colour to create the dimension and complexion. In this portrait, Georgette Chen drew herself somewhat distant from the viewers seen from the slight arch of her head as well as her gaze from the corner of her eyes. Despite so, the look on the Georgette Chen is portrayed as a determined and keen person from her sharp and focus eyes. In a way, Georgette is engaging the viewers beyond her looks and into her personality from her expression.
