This original painting by Alberta artist Steve R. Mitts is a reflection on the quiet power of attention. In this intimate profile, a young woman is enveloped by vibrant colors and weathered textures, as if the world itself is offering a gentle embrace. Her soft smile and fixed gaze on the bloom suggest a secret dialogue—a moment where curiosity meets beauty. Through the interplay of lush forms and aged wood, the piece finds a tender balance between fragility and strength, inviting the viewer into a space of warmth and enduring stillness. Mitts combines contemporary structure with 16th Century Renaissance influences. Using a meticulous layering of acrylic washes and gels, he achieves a textured, stained glass finish. This piece is created on 100-year-old reclaimed grain bin wood, making the material as much a part of the story as the painting itself. Measures 12 x 14 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches deep.