William Mackinnon Rich Lewer, friend and rival in sport and art

Describe the paint textures in this artwork.

William Mackinnon has painted his friend and fellow artist Richard Lewer in Richard’s studio surrounded by art materials. Notice the paint tubes lined up on the table. Look at the paint drips and splotches on the floor and on Richard’s shorts. Do you think this is what all artist studios look like?

If you had to paint a friend for the Archibald, what setting would you choose? What objects would you include to show their personality?