Golden Bloom

“Golden Bloom” - 46cm x 56cm - Acrylic, Gel Medium, gold leaf on canvas

This artwork presents a striking mixed-media portrait of a woman in profile, her face rendered in grayscale tones that contrast beautifully with the vibrant colours surrounding her. Her serene expression is framed by a radiant crown of sunflowers, their fiery orange petals and dark centers symbolizing warmth, vitality, and resilience. The flowers appear to merge seamlessly with her form, blending into her hair and shoulders, as though she is one with nature itself. The background is a layered collage of soft washes of pink, orange, and gold, interspersed with fragments of printed text that lend the piece a textured, ethereal quality. Accents of gold leaf shimmer across the canvas, catching the light and adding a sense of richness and luminosity. Together, these elements create a dreamlike composition that celebrates the harmony of feminine strength and natural beauty.