"A Beam of Joy" is a self-portrait that transports me back to the purity and freedom of childhood. It captures a moment untouched by worry, fear, shame, or uncertainty and the simple, beautiful joy that lives in every child.
 
This piece is a reminder of those small moments we often forget as we grow older, weighed down by the complexities of life. It is a celebration of the innocence and boundless joy that exist before the world imposes its limitations, a reminder for all of us to hold on to that inner light and to seek out those moments of carefree happiness, no matter our age.
 
"A Beam of Joy" 36in x 48in stretched canvas. Mixed media art made with acrylic paint and embellishments.