'The Architect of the Heart', from my new Series " Big Love".....

The Architect of the Heart

I love having a vase of flowers in my home; their colors bring a burst of happiness. Whether they're handpicked from my garden when in season or bought from the store, they always brighten my space. Maybe that's why I enjoy painting flowers; how can they not bring you joy? Lately, I've been focusing on what truly brings me joy and dedicating more time to writing and my art practice. I hope this message finds you doing more of what brings you joy.

The poem "The Architect of my Heart" was written on the canvas before being enveloped in layers of paint, texture, and color to form the painting.

The Architect of my Heart

The artist draws a deep breath from their soul,

Crafting a love letter inscribed in midnight ink

on a empty canvas,

A love letter enveloped in bold, vibrant paint.

Every brush stroke a testament—

Words of HOPE that ground,

JOY that ignites,

And COURAGE that never fades.

This is a love letter to the artist from themselves ,swirled with

unmapped dreams, a manifesto to be

to be true to yourself,

A sacred promise to pursue what you love,

Until your passion and heartbeat become one.

By Kim Hicks

Do What You Love....

XO

Kim