The Figure Portfolio is a powerful example of Basquiat's creative development. The series examines and remarks on the social and cultural landscape of his day, which is demonstrated by the addition of new motifs and exploring new themes of power, identity, and social criticism while keeping artistic consistency with his earlier works.

The characteristic blue hue that Basquiat utilised in earlier works is still present in this portfolio, but it now plays a deeper, more intricate function, giving each piece a particular personality and depth. Warm colours like red, orange, and yellow, are expertly used to give his array of figures life and balance.