This piece is called Alma en Flor, which means “Soul in Bloom.” It is a portrait of Frida Kahlo surrounded by flowers, leaves, bright colors, and gold details. I wanted the flowers to look like they are growing from her thoughts and emotions. They represent creativity, strength, and the beauty that can come from difficult experiences. I used thick layers of paint to build texture across the flowers, clothing, and background. Some areas are smooth and carefully shaped, while others are raised and rough. The gold adds warmth and light, and the dark background helps the brighter colors stand out. I was inspired by Frida Kahlo because she turned her identity, emotions, and personal struggles into powerful art. To me, this piece is about becoming stronger while staying true to yourself. Like a flower blooming, growth can take time, and it can happen even during challenging moments.
Additional Artworks
From Coronado Cultural Arts Commission
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Zinnia & Hibiscus
Kirstin Green
Mosaic
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The Coronado Bandstand
Edith(Eddie) Grimm
Oil on Canvas
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Coronado Boathouse with View of Tent City
Bess Gilbert
Oil on Canvas
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Where Our Story Begins Coronado Beach
Juliane Morris
multi-media: My photography printed on canvas with metallic handpainted accents .75” woodframe
16 x 24 in
$185
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Great Blue Heron Hookup at The Del
Penelope Quinn
Alcohol ink markers, acrylic paint, posca markers and handmade papers on canvas
16 x 16 in
$500
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Yellow Roses on a Box
Mary Hale
1.5 x 2 in
$35
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Midnight Bloom
Michelle Irvine
Acrylic
16 x 13 in
$395
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Jungle Comes to Coronado
Connie Spitzer
Water color and Ink
11 x 14 in
$250