Ponca Girls

This expressive painting study captures the quiet dignity and shared bond of twin girls from the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, rendered with rapid, intuitive brushwork that pulses with life. The composition relies on loose, impressionistic strokes to favor emotion and presence over rigid detail, wrapping the figures in a soft, ethereal background of lavender and warm cream. Vibrating accents of turquoise, coral pink, and deep ochre form the traditional clothing and features, imbuing the sisters with a soulful, timeless quality as they stand side-by-side. By capturing their likeness through this energetic and sketchy approach, the study feels like an intimate glimpse into a rich heritage, celebrating history, family, and the profound beauty of human connection.

Every piece I create helps support a dream my family and I are actively pursuing: a two-year move to Europe dedicated to cultural immersion and education. Through the sale of my artwork, we are working to provide our daughter with the opportunity to experience different cultures, languages, religions, histories, and ways of life firsthand. Our goal is to help her develop a deeper understanding of the diverse people who share this world with her, fostering empathy, curiosity, and a lifelong appreciation for human connection. Your support through collecting my work directly contributes to making that journey possible, and for that, my family and I are deeply grateful.

Bring "Ponca Girls" Home If the heritage, history, and soulful spirit of this painting study speak to you, please consider making it a part of your permanent collection. Your acquisition directly helps fund our family's mission to foster global empathy and education through our upcoming journey abroad. Inquire via direct message or reply below for pricing and details.