The Power of Eye Contact and Facial Expressions

Eye contact and facial expressions play a vital role in communication and connection. When someone looks at you, it slows down your cognitive processes, emphasizing the importance of eye contact in evolutionary terms. This visual connection is more engaging and confrontational, forcing us to engage with the person. Eye contact also aids in lie detection and remembering, as well as recalling memories. Understanding the significance of eye contact and using it in painting portraits can evoke a more powerful response and capture the essence of a person.