Circle of Becoming is a deeply personal portrait of my daughter, painted on a round board to reflect the ongoing nature of growth and memory. The inspiration came from something she once said to me: “Mama, no matter how big I become, I’ll always carry my younger self.” Her words stayed with me, and this painting became a way to share the quiet wisdom in them. I painted her with her eyes closed—not in sleep, but in reflection. In that stillness, she becomes more than just herself; she becomes a mirror for anyone looking inward, a quiet space to remember the child they once were. Her form is both fragile and strong. This portrait is a tribute to becoming, and to the quiet persistence of the younger selves we all carry with us. It is about identity and unconditional love, for our loved ones as well as for our (younger) selves.