Dear Rosa,

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The hibiscus blooms boldly, but briefly—its petals camouflaging to the background. In this painting, I portray my favorite flower not as a statement but a hold for observation. A b loom that waits to be seen yet, gently folding into its surroundings. This hibiscus does not demand the spotlight. It lingers at the edges, dissolving into the background. It asks to be noticed in passing—like a glance that holds meaning but never stays too long. A symbol of me, the artist, and just me, Laina. Quiet but naturally loud. A beauty that waits patiently for the right eyes, the right moment, the right light. I’ve never been one to fight for attention, almost to a fault, as if fear seeps in and I’m waiting for my hug. On its own or not at all. 30" X 40" Mix Media on Canvas Framed Show more