Summer Days – Original

A heartfelt mixed media painting that celebrates the resilience, joy, and light embodied by Clara, a little girl whose remarkable journey inspires many. This piece depicts a doll-like Clara, wearing her hearing aids, sitting atop a vibrant sunflower in a vast sunflower field. The sunflower, symbolizing strength, positivity, and unwavering growth, serves as a tribute to Clara’s incredible spirit and her family’s enduring love.

Clara’s story began in Brazil, where she was born prematurely at just 24 weeks, weighing only 465 grams (just over 1 pound). Despite the immense challenges she faced, including surgeries, complications, and a profound deafness diagnosis, Clara has triumphed over adversity. Now 3 years old, she is a bright and joyful child who loves books, music, and spreading sunshine wherever she goes.

This artwork honors Clara’s journey and the hope she brings to countless families of premature babies. It is a powerful reminder of the light within all of us and the miracles that perseverance and love can create.