Oil and Acrylic on Canvas 
24”x30”
“Cracked Open” is a powerful exploration of resilience that embodies the concept of kintsugi—the art of mending broken pottery with gold. This piece symbolizes the beauty that can emerge from hardship. The cracks serve as a metaphor for brokenness, illustrating how our struggles can expose the radiant light that lies within. The figure in the painting seemingly emerges from cracks that resemble clay and concrete, representing the challenges and pain that can harden the spirit.
As we navigate the world, we often confront forces that attempt to suppress our light. Yet, this figure embodies the strength and will to break through these barriers and reclaim her power. It is within these fractures that her divine light shines through, revealing the inherent beauty of her spirit.
This artwork celebrates the notion that, despite life's trials, we are all born with a divine light of gold, waiting to be revealed. Ultimately, “Cracked Open” serves as a reminder that our scars can transform into sources of strength, illuminating our path toward alignment with our true selves.”