This piece came to life during a time when I felt like I was floating between versions of myself—the person I had been and the one I was becoming. It’s about those quiet, in-between moments that don’t always make sense at the time, but end up shaping us in really meaningful ways.

Every brushstroke in this painting was placed with care. The lighting, the water, the expression on her face—it all speaks to surrender, reflection, and growth. I chose to have the subject wear a statement earring from one of my favorite jewelry brands, Jéblanc. It's not just there for style—the amethyst symbolizes strength, transformation, and spiritual clarity, which felt essential to the story I was telling.

The flamingo lily she holds represents the fleeting beauty in transitional moments—the kind that pass quickly, but stay with you.

Between the Bloom is about honoring that liminal space. It's a reminder that transformation doesn't always look loud or dramatic…sometimes it's quiet, still, and full of grace.