Starting Block red ribbon and affection

and affection

This miniature painting draws inspiration from Nyx

'Dream Catcher'

the god of the Underworld

Shown here paired with another mini painting called Keeping Score

Starting Block red ribbon and affectionA contemplative woman dressed in soft pink tones captures a moment of serene introspection. She is called Starting Block, like those used by sprinters to provide stability and support before takeoff. The stance that a runner takes when using a starting block can sometimes look awkward, not unlike this composition. But once that first step is taken, everything changes. Momentum builds, confidence grows, and what once felt uncomfortable becomes