Debra has painted the figure for many years, and these works are a further exploration of this subject. These paintings reflect her fascination with the effects of light on form, and the ways in which dramatic lighting can impart a heightened sense of realism and solidity to the figure - in a manner reminiscent of Italian baroque painting. Debra is interested in realistic depictions using traditional methods of oil painting. However, the subjects are contemporary and reveal her interest in non-traditional portrayals of women.