As I stood in the quiet forest, gazing at the miniature landscape cupped in my hands, I was struck by feelings of wonder and introspection. Did worlds like these exist all around us, unseen to the naked eye? I wanted to share this glimpse of another realm, however brief, hoping it might spark curiosity or dreaming in others as it did in me. When rendering the scene, I aimed to envelop the viewer in the hazy glow and subtle strangeness of that serene dawn moment, suspended between interior vision and outer scenes. Now it hangs as an invitation to look closer, believe a little more, and find infinitude even in small things.

This stirring piece brings me such joy! Captured here is a gathering of souls, diverse in background yet one in spirit. As daylight's final rays bring a glow to each uplifted face, all differences melt into shared delight. What beauty that our world contains, in giving cause for fellowship and what gift, that through creative expression we may spread more of life's simple yet profound pleasures. In appreciating beauty together do we find our true strength; in community, our shared humanity. May this work continue to lift hearts with its portrayal of the light that comes when we glow as one.