An original oil, mixed-media floral artwork that celebrates resilience, self-acceptance, and personal growth. This abstract realism painting features a serene plus-size woman surrounded by vibrant cosmos flowers and hummingbirds, creating a visual reminder that growth often begins when we learn to embrace who we are becoming.
The woman gazes toward an undefined point on the horizon. As a result, the viewer is invited to reflect on their own journey and the courage required to move forward through life’s changes. Her calm expression conveys both strength and softness, reminding us that resilience does not always appear loud or dramatic. Often, it is found in the quiet decision to keep going.
Four cosmos flowers bloom throughout the composition in shades of fuchsia, violet, blue, and orange. One orange cosmos rests within the woman’s hair, becoming part of her story rather than simply surrounding her. Nearby, a butterfly approaches the flower, symbolizing transformation, renewal, and the beauty of embracing new possibilities. Together, these elements create a sense of movement and hope.
As with many of my paintings, I began by building layers of texture across the canvas. I then incorporated flowing pigments and mixed-media elements to create movement and depth. Finally, I completed the piece with oil paint, allowing me to refine details, enrich the colors, and bring greater harmony to the composition. Consequently, each layer contributes to the artwork’s message that growth happens gradually and often in ways we cannot immediately see.
Dimensions:
- Size: 17.5 x 23.5 inches
Two hummingbirds also play an important role in the artwork. One rests gently on her shoulder, while another moves toward the central fuchsia and violet cosmos. For me, hummingbirds represent resilience and adaptation. Despite their delicate appearance, they continue forward with remarkable determination. Their presence serves as a reminder that strength often grows through persistence and grace.
I began this piece by building layers of texture across the canvas. I then incorporated flowing pigments and mixed-media elements to create depth and visual interest. Finally, I completed the artwork with oil paint, which allowed me to enrich the colors and refine the details. Consequently, each layer contributes to the message that growth unfolds gradually and reveals its beauty over time.
As part of the Flourish from Within collection, this artwork reflects the belief that growth begins from within. Each piece in the collection celebrates the beauty of embracing our story, honoring our resilience, and allowing ourselves to flourish at our own pace. Through color, symbolism, and layered textures, Becoming Through Courage invites viewers to recognize the strength that already exists within them.
Ultimately, it celebrates that we are allowed to evolve. Every stage of the journey matters. Every lesson leaves its mark. Just like this painting, we continue to grow, adapt, and flourish in our own unique way.
Disclaimer regarding product color
The actual color of the product may vary from the images shown. This is due to each monitor and screen having a different ability to display colors, and everyone seeing colors differently. However, we do everything we can to ensure that our photos are as close to real life as possible. Please understand that the actual color may vary slightly from the color on your screen.
Important notice
The frames are for photography purposes only. The artwork ships unframed.
Shipping Policy
FAQ:
How does this relate to the Flourish from Within collection and what should buyers know about color and shipping?
This piece is part of the Flourish from Within collection, which celebrates embracing our story and flourishing at our own pace; colors may vary slightly from what appears on screen due to monitor differences, and for shipping details please refer to the Shipping Policy.
What are the piece’s dimensions and display notes?
The artwork measures 17.5 x 23.5 inches, and frames shown are for photography purposes only; the artwork ships unframed.
How is the artwork created from start to finish?
The artist begins by building layers of texture across the canvas, then incorporates flowing pigments and mixed-media elements to create depth, finishing with oil paint to refine details and enrich colors, illustrating that growth unfolds gradually.
What symbols appear in the painting and what do they represent?
The painting includes four cosmos flowers in fuchsia, violet, blue, and orange, with an orange cosmos resting in the woman’s hair; a butterfly symbolizes transformation and renewal, and two hummingbirds represent resilience and adaptation.
What is the essence of Becoming Through Courage and what themes does it celebrate?
Becoming Through Courage is an original oil and mixed-media floral artwork celebrating resilience, self-acceptance, and personal growth, featuring a serene plus-size woman among cosmos flowers and hummingbirds.
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