Recently, I had a chance to revisit some pieces from early in my artistic journey, and it stirred something in me. I found a simple ink drawing I had originally created as a coloring page, and it felt like the right moment to breathe new life into it—this time, through the lens of everything I’ve learned since then. I wanted to add color in a way that felt fresh, expressive, and true to where I am now as an artist.
 
I began by resketching and scaling the original image, breaking it into sections to reflect the depth I envisioned. Using these as templates, I cut layers from foam board to add dimension. For color, I used one of my favorite techniques—monoprinting with gelli plates—but with a twist: I let the paint dry on the plate, then peeled off full sheets of acrylic to use as collage material. Wrapping each foam layer in this hand-painted “paper” let me cover the surfaces with precision, adding vibrant color, texture, and a glossy finish.
 
Art has been such a meaningful part of my life—a true blessing. I always try to honor God through the work I create. With this piece, my hope is that it brings to mind a time when nature spoke to you—reminding you of God’s glory, His boundless creativity, and the deep love He has for you.