In "Echoes of a Sunlit Soul," I wanted to capture the quiet beauty of a sunflower up close, inviting you to notice the details that often go unseen. I painted the petals in warm yellows and oranges, blending smoothly in some areas while keeping others crisp to create a lively interplay of texture and tone. The center of the flower contrasts with deep browns and blacks, built up thickly to suggest the tactile feel of each seed. Behind it all, I chose a teal-to-green gradient as a calm but vivid backdrop that emphasizes the sunflower’s warmth. The playful paint drips trailing from the petals add an unexpected energy, bringing a spontaneous, dynamic quality to the piece.

Through this work, I blend realism with impressionistic touches to balance clarity and expressiveness, celebrating the sunflower’s form and character with both precision and feeling.