Prayer of Dawn
This painting was created as a visual meditation on resilience, surrender, and inner stillness. The figure, with eyes gently closed and hands held in prayer, represents a moment of turning inward—a quiet place where strength gathers not through force, but through acceptance and breath.
The swirling background, built with loose, expressive strokes, reflects the chaos and movement of life surrounding us. Yet at the center, the figure remains grounded. This contrast symbolizes the power of choosing peace even when the world feels loud or uncertain. The headwrap—rich in layered reds and purples—celebrates identity, heritage, and the beauty of carrying one’s history with dignity.
Light emerges from behind the figure, suggesting clarity, healing, and spiritual awakening. This glow isn’t external, but something that rises from within, illuminating the space around it. The entire piece is meant to invite viewers into a moment of stillness, reminding us that tranquility is not the absence of chaos, but a way of meeting it.
Through this work, I explore the idea that prayer—whether spiritual, emotional, or symbolic—is an act of returning to oneself. A grounding. A release. A quiet courage.
 
24 inches by 24 inches 
 
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