I'm Pretty Sure

Acrylic on paper.

11x14x1"

Sima Fisher’s I'm Pretty Sure is a sharp, stylish, and subtly humorous portrait that walks the line between confidence and critique. The subject—a woman with a tiny, pursed mouth, striking dangling earrings, and a dramatic feather plume rising from her hat—gazes out with a look that’s equal parts elegance and judgment. Her expression suggests she’s already made up her mind, and she’s not afraid to let you know it.

Painted in Fisher’s signature bold acrylic style, the work is rich with character and visual attitude. Every detail—from the tight lips to the exaggerated accessories—feels intentional, almost theatrical, creating a persona that is both iconic and exaggerated. The feather, light and whimsical, contrasts with the woman’s stern expression, adding a layer of irony that invites viewers to question what exactly she’s “pretty sure” about.

The painting plays with themes of social performance, silent critique, and the complexity of female expression. It’s as much about what isn’t said as what is. With her usual wit and emotional insight, Fisher gives us a character who is fierce, flawed, and undeniably human.