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From the detail in her garb, to hand position and crown, at a fast glance, there is almost an impression of an angel. Look closer, and you see a special smile...

This portrait is of cosplayer Makeupmermaid cosplay as Lestat de Lioncourt. This painting is a tribute to cosplayers, Anne Rice, and those who love all things vampiric.

I am a lifelong multidisciplinary artist who explores many forms of arts and crafts, with current focuses on representational acrylic painting, digital arts, and upcycled crafts. In my primary love, acrylic portrait paintings, I try to share the story of that moment. I particularly enjoy painting people in costume or cosplay as an exploration of bonding, empowerment, and self-confidence. I also happen to be a "spoonie" - a person with disabilities resulting in chronic pain and limited energy. For me, creating art is a meditation, a therapy, occasionally a natural pain reliever, and most of all something that brings me joy! When someone sees my work, I hope they find something there that resonates within them, even something they cannot...