9x12", Mixed media paper

Golden Hermit in a Lavender World is a whimsical mixed media painting that celebrates curiosity, texture, and color. A bright red hermit crab with wide, expressive eyes emerges from a gleaming golden shell, set against a dreamy background of soft purples, yellows, and hints of turquoise. The layered surface and playful brushwork evoke the feeling of an underwater fantasy—where the ocean floor shimmers with light and imagination. Both lively and serene, this piece combines humor and beauty, inviting viewers into a world where even the smallest creatures shine with personality and charm.