Every Man's Fantasy
Size & Medium: 30 × 22 in, oil
This piece explores the dynamic between desire, projection, and identity. I wanted to capture a woman who exists in her own world—mysterious, untouchable, and fully aware of the power she holds. The intention behind the painting was to reflect how fantasy and femininity intertwine, revealing both strength and seduction without ever giving everything away.
Lana del Flore
Size & Medium: 30 × 22 in, watercolor
This is my first version of a painting inspired by Lana Del Rey. While I was happy with the pencil drawing, translating it to a larger watercolor canvas proved more challenging, but I see this as version 1.0, with a 2.0 oil version to come in the future. In this piece, I wanted to express emotions as a blooming feeling, using a variety of colors, shapes, flowers, succulents, and leaves to reflect the complexity and beauty of different emotional states.
Mask's Off
Size & Medium: 16 × 20 in, watercolor
A few months ago, I was navigating deep, dark emotions and wanted to transmute that energy into something tangible. This painting became a space to express a version of myself that no longer tolerates anything or anyone who provokes those shadows, giving me a sense of liberation. Creating it also helped me process and overcome heartbreak during some very dark times in 2025, turning pain into freedom and strength.
Butterfly Alchemist
Size & Medium: 11 × 14 in, pencil / pen
In this piece, I wanted to capture the overwhelm of endless creativity. Throughout my life, I’ve explored many forms of artistic expression: fashion, painting, music, interior design, and experienced how challenging it can be to manifest the ideas in my head exactly as I envision them. This drawing reflects the tension between the beauty of imagination and the reality of bringing it to life. But perhaps that tension is simply part of the journey toward becoming a skilled artist.
Lady Pothead
Size & Medium: 20 × 16 in, watercolor
One day, I noticed a plant missing its pot and realized how much personality a pot can give. That thought led me to imagine a world where women have leaves or plants as hair, and I wanted to give a face to that idea. Using vibrant colors, I aimed to capture the energy, vitality, and aura that women carry, blending nature and femininity into a playful, expressive portrait.
A Woman's Faceless Pleasure
Size & Medium: 23.5 × 19.5 in, watercolor
Wanted to capture the freedom of sexuality and self-expression in this piece. For a long time, I imagined myself with violet hair—skating along the beach, moving freely, unafraid of judgment, fully empowered. This painting was inspired by that image, which I often envisioned while releasing my first single. I wanted it to embody pleasure, not just in the mind but in the body, using colors that illuminate the joy, liberation, and sensuality that come from embracing yourself fully.
The Madonna (In Progress)
Size & Medium: 30 × 24 in, oil on canvas
This painting was the spark for many of my other creations. I also attempted to draw Marilyn Monroe; while the pencil drawing succeeded, the painting is still a work in progress. My focus here was to share my perspective on Marilyn: a woman unafraid to be different in an era that criticized powerful, sexual women. Her courage and individuality continue to inspire me.
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