This expressive portrait is rendered in bold, energetic brushstrokes that create a sense of youthful vitality. The composition features a figure against a background of swirling blues and whites. The subject is painted with quick, gestural strokes in a palette of reds, peaches, and cool blues. Their form emerges from the dynamic brushwork, with particular attention paid to capturing a fresh, spontaneous quality. The artist used thick, impasto paint application, allowing the strokes to remain visible and creating a sense of movement throughout the canvas. The background and figure seem to merge in places, with the paint handling creating an atmospheric effect that enhances the portrait's emotional impact. The title "Youthful Mug" is reflected in both the subject matter and the fresh, uninhibited painting style.