Mikayla Jean Art

Lush Island Leaves, in four variations, is now available on Spoonflower!

While living on the Big Island of Hawai'i, I was captivated by the Petra Croton, a vibrant plant found near my residence in Kona, down south at Punalu’u Bake Shop in Na’alehu, and at the Panaewa Zoo in Hilo. This design was hand-painted, and digitally transformed by me.

I've entered this design in the "Hothouse Floral" challenge. If you're active on Spoonflower, I would appreciate your votes, starting Thursday, April 23.

"If I have any worth, it is to live my life for my God." - St. Patrick

2021 • St. Patrick's School • Decatur, IL

When I updated my personal profile picture on Facebook to one from this series, someone said I looked like a butterfly. I love that perspective, and now I can't unsee it!

The coolest part about this mural, besides the location, is that it was 100% freehand, just like my elephant. Initially, the plan was to trace out a sketch using a projector, but I'm so glad that plan changed.

I had roughly 10 hours split between two days, two walls to cover, and a LOT of ladder climbing. This was definitely a physical and mental workout, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat. ♥️

Tis the season for gift shopping! The Downtown Decatur Christmas Walk starts today at 4 p.m., with lots of fun, local businesses to support. You can find the piece pictured, and more of my work at the Art Farm! 😊