To Be Loved

This painting draws from sacred iconography and ancient script, centered around a descending hand-like form and fragments of prayer text embedded within a cracked mosaic surface. The composition feels like a devotional relic—something once whole and intentional, now worn and partially lost. The layered script and symbolic gesture create a quiet sense of presence, where meaning is felt even when not fully readable.

Built with acrylic, stucco, and charcoal, the surface is worked, eroded, and sanded back to create a patinated, fresco-like texture. Breaks in the tile pattern and exposed layers interrupt the image, giving it the quality of something uncovered rather than newly made. The piece reflects an interest in belief and memory—how personal meaning can remain embedded within a surface, even as it fades over time.

Details:
‍ • Acrylic, stucco, and charcoal on canvas
‍ • 18 × 24 × 1.5 inches
‍ • Created in California, USA, 2025

Note: Surface texture and finish may appear differently depending on lighting conditions. Subtle variations are part of the work’s character.