Living between art and multiple sclerosis
Rediscovering Beauty Through Art
In Shades of Pink was born from a simple desire: to paint confidence without apology. Every layer, from texture paste to the final brush of oil, reflects a journey of rediscovering beauty in authenticity.
For years, I struggled to see myself through kind eyes. Living with multiple sclerosis changed that perspective. My body began to move differently, and so did my art. Gradually, painting stopped being just creation, it became acceptance. Through art, I learned to breathe slower, to appreciate imperfection, and to honor the quiet strength that lives inside me.
The Message Behind the Gaze
This artwork captures that transformation. Her playful gaze and rosy tones remind us that beauty is not about perfection. Instead, it’s about courage; the courage to look at ourselves with tenderness and truth. Every brushstroke whispers resilience, reminding me, and perhaps you, that self-love can bloom even during life’s hardest seasons.
Moreover, pink itself became symbolic for me. It represents softness, strength, and healing. While painting, I felt both vulnerable and powerful at once, which is exactly how womanhood feels most days.
Painting Confidence Without Guilt
When I painted her, I thought of all the women who feel guilty for wanting to feel beautiful again. But there’s no guilt in that. There’s power in it. In Shades of Pink quietly declares: “I am enough.”
It’s a message that extends beyond the canvas. Every time I see her expression, I’m reminded that self-acceptance is not a destination but a daily act of grace. And when we choose to love ourselves, flaws, softness, and all, we give other women permission to do the same.
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