Acrylic on 22in x 28in x .1.5in canvas, 2025.

"When She Finally Rests"

There's a weight we carry. The kind that builds with every expectation, every "you're so strong," every unchecked box on the endless list.

This painting captures the quiet rebellion of choosing to pause. She reclines here, bold and unapologetic, claiming her right to rest.

Inspired by the Haitian proverb "Bef ki bef pran souf" (even mules rest), she reminds us of a truth we often forget: if a working animal deserves a break, how much more do you?

I see her as a wise woman who knows that rest isn't weakness.

It's survival.

Bold shapes and vibrant patterns swirl around her like the chaos she's chosen to step away from. The composition carries the energy of generations of women who whispered "take a breath" while carrying the world.

The painting reveals different truths depending on when you need them. Some days she feels like permission to slow down. Others, she's an invitation to rethink what strength really means.

Perfect for spaces where contemplation happens: sophisticated living areas, private studies, or anywhere that honors the complexity of feminine wisdom. She belongs in contemporary interiors that understand the power of pause.

Part of my ongoing exploration of cultural wisdom and the spaces where we give ourselves permission to simply be.

Technical Details:

• Created on archival 100% cotton canvas

• Sealed with museum-quality satin varnish

• Hand-signed front and back with title notation

• Certificate of authenticity included

• Gallery-wrapped 1.5" depth eliminates need for framing

• Painted edges in soft, earthy cream

• Professionally wired and ready to hang

• Free domestic shipping within the United States

For collectors who understand that the most profound art doesn't just inspire action: it gives permission to rest.

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