Radiant Dreams

Original in acrylic on canvas, 12" x 16" Made in 2025

I’ve always loved painting cactuses, especially prickly pears. Their rounded pads have such a striking shape, and I’m fascinated by how they can show so many unexpected colors beyond just green. Over time, I started imagining them in even brighter, rainbow-like hues—full of life, joy, and energy. This painting is my playful, dreamlike version of those cactuses.

What I find most interesting, though, is the contrast: their thorns. Cactuses are both beautiful and sharp—inviting yet protective. To me, that duality feels a lot like the feminine spirit. We can be soft, colorful, and full of warmth, but we also have strength and edges that come forward when needed. As a female artist, I feel deeply connected to that mix of cuteness and attitude.

This painting is my way of celebrating that energy—bright, bold, and unapologetically alive.

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