Alluring Smoke

This piece was born from a timed challenge issued by my friend BeAtEasel, where we had to create a monochromatic illustration inspired by “smoke” and “flowers.”

I let instinct take over—the word “flowers” instantly brought to mind a woman, and “smoke” gave the scene a noir mood. The horns were inevitable; my horned women have become personal symbols of resilience and mystery.

This illustration pushed me—it was a moment where textures, values, and emotion all came together. Looking back, it marks a turning point. I saw how far I’d come, and how my voice as an artist had begun to truly bloom.

A blossoming artist… indeed.