XO

Acrylic on Wood Panel, 60" by 60", May 2022

XO began as an experiment in abstraction. But as the piece evolved, I found myself pulled back to what I connect with most—people. The floating lips became the focus, an anchor in the abstraction, capturing expression without a full face. The faint X behind them hints at something hidden or unspoken. This piece marks the start of my exploration into how identity and emotion can live in the smallest human details.