"The Quiet Bold"

16x20
acrylic on canvas

This piece feels like a deep exhale, soft, grounded, and spacious. The gentle tones whisper of peace, of mornings with no urgency, of a life finally lived without the need to hustle for worth. And yet…the poppies bloom boldly. They are my reminder that softness and fire can coexist.

For me, poppies have always meant renaissance, a coming back to life, not just surviving, but choosing joy, beauty, and color. The reds and oranges flare like small rebellions, reminding me I’m still hungry for wonder, still saying yes to passion, still up for the adventure.

This painting is a love letter to calm and color, because even in peace, I’ll always make room for the wild.