Audrey in Red is an original gouache Pop Art portrait by artist Brett Hodges of Quiet Corner Art Studio in Omaha, Nebraska.

For this portrait of Audrey Hepburn, I wanted to capture the quiet intensity of a young woman at the beginning of an extraordinary rise, before she became one of Hollywood’s most enduring stars. Her direct gaze felt essential to the piece, reflecting both the humility of her early life and the unmistakable presence that would soon make her unforgettable.

This painting was created with bold black and white line work, a striking red coat, and a decorative background that adds structure and elegance to the composition. Painted with Winsor & Newton gouache on archival cotton paper and finished with Dorland’s Wax, this work continues my focus on contemporary portrait art, minimalist Pop Art, classic film icons, fine art portraiture, and the timeless influence of women in cinema and fashion.

Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, original gouache Pop Art portrait titled Audrey in Red, featuring young Audrey Hepburn in black and white with red lips, a red coat, short dark hair, and a decorative floral background.
Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, close-up detail of Audrey in Red showing Audrey Hepburn’s lower face, red lips, red coat, black and white line work, and textured gouache surface.
Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, detail of the Audrey in Red gouache portrait showing the red coat, black floral background pattern, and minimalist Pop Art structure.
Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, close detail of Audrey in Red showing black line work, floral background elements, and the edge of Audrey Hepburn’s profile.

Artwork Details
Title: Audrey in Red
Artwork Number: 859
Series: Pop Art Icons
Artist: Brett Hodges
Date: March 23, 2026
Medium: Winsor & Newton gouache
Surface: 100% archival cotton paper
Finish: Dorland’s Wax
Dimensions: 20 x 16 inches
Studio: Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, Nebraska

Reference Image Credit: John Springer Collection/Corbis via Getty Images, attribution to the best of my knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Audrey in Red by Brett Hodges?
Audrey in Red is an original gouache Pop Art portrait of Audrey Hepburn by Omaha artist Brett Hodges.

What inspired Audrey in Red?
The portrait was inspired by the quiet intensity of a young Audrey Hepburn before she became one of Hollywood’s most enduring stars.

What series is Audrey in Red part of?
Audrey in Red is part of the Pop Art Icons series, a collection focused on influential women and cultural icons.

What materials were used to create Audrey in Red?
The painting was created with Winsor & Newton gouache on 100% archival cotton paper and finished with Dorland’s Wax.