“Barefoot and Brave” captures a fleeting glimmer moment — the kind we carry long after childhood fades. The warm sand under bare feet, and the simple wonder of watching something take flight. It’s a gentle reminder of freedom, curiosity, and the beauty of being small in a big world.

This piece invites you to pause, breathe, and remember your own lakeside summers — the light, the stillness, the feeling that time could stretch forever.  Perfect for spaces that honor memory, tenderness, and the quiet magic of everyday moments.

This painting is one of a series inspired by the beautiful Indiana Dunes National Park, a place that speaks to the heart of nature’s resilience and grace.  I hope it brings a spark of warmth  and hope to your day.

I look forward to sharing more works from this collection and continuing to shine a light on the enchanting beauty of Indiana Dunes National Park.

Style:  Modern Impressionist