7x10", 114lb paper
 
This engaging painting features a whimsical mouse set against a vibrant and abstract background. The mouse is centrally placed and portrayed in a stylized, almost geometric form, with a pearlescent grey body and large, blushing pink inner ears. Its expression is one of innocence and curiosity, with two small dots for eyes and a subtle indication of a nose, emphasizing its gentle nature. The background is a vivid tapestry of purple and magenta squares, accented with strokes of yellow and orange that seem to glow like embers, giving the impression of a sunset through a window or a colorful, patterned wall in a cozy room. This patchwork of colors creates a dynamic contrast to the mouse's soft, rounded form. The painting's texture adds depth and a touch of the impasto technique, with the layering of paint providing a tactile quality that invites the viewer to feel the mouse's world. The artist's signature is present, suggesting a connection to the playful and imaginative scene they've created. This work of art, likely acrylic on paper, offers a cheerful and imaginative interpretation of a mouse's simple joy and wonder within its abstract, colorful environment.