Inspired by the enchanting and dream-inducing properties of poppies, Melissa Ayr’s “Poppies Will Put Them to Sleep” is an exploration of color, texture, and sensory depth. Ayr combines vivid acrylic hues with textured layers of sand to create a richly tactile composition. The interplay of deep reds, bright yellows, and cool blues evokes the hypnotic allure and gentle seduction of a field of poppies. Her expressive and abstract style encourages viewers to lose themselves in a moment of peaceful contemplation, capturing the tranquil yet intoxicating essence of these iconic flowers.