Sunshine

2024
Mixed Media, Acrylic on paper
24 × 30 in

Sunshine is a portrait of a girl with confidence, warmth, and the quiet emergence of identity. The young figure meets the viewer with a subtle smile and an assured gaze, suggesting a child beginning to recognize their own presence and possibility. The monochromatic skin contrasts with the vivid peppers and clothing, while the soft, sun-washed background gives the painting a sense of memory and warmth. Haitian references remain present through color, pattern, and markings, but they surround the child rather than define them. Sunshine celebrates that inner light—the natural confidence, joy, and individuality that can exist in childhood before the world begins telling you who you should be.