Every great creation starts with a single,
hopeful line…

the sketch

“Children see magic because they look for it.
Their imagination knows no bounds, turning the ordinary into extraordinary with just a thought.”
The story starts being illuminated…

Who is he???

“In every child, there is a world of wonder waiting to be discovered,
a spark of magic that can ignite dreams and inspire greatness.”
…questions surface?

Magic Child © Lisa Rivas – wax, watercolor, rice paper, sewn

“In the eyes of a child, there is joy, there is laughter, there is hope, there is trust,
and a chance to shape the future.
Their magic lies in their innocence and boundless belief.”
…and finally discovering who he is!

Transform any space with the enchanting presence of a ‘Magic Child’ cushion.

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I took a wonderful course offered by Victoria Johnston Design recently,
it was about creating surface designs using different approaches towards Flora.
Flora to me is one of the most awesome beauties and wonders of this world.
It goes from the minute gem of a small seed to the majestic stanz of amazing trees.
Within taking this class I also had the chance of participating briefly,
with the  Breadcrumb Challenge offered by Art2Life on FB and,
created on the spur of the moment a spontaneous tropical splash with acrylic paint on Tagboard.

Here is how it developed,

3 stages of the Renala Design by Lisa Rivas

and then “Renala” (honoring Grandidier’s baobabs) came about!

“Renala” a DropPattern ©Lisa Rivas 2022

Known locally as “Renala” = Mother of the Forest, Grandidier’s baobab is probably the best-known of Madagascar’s baobabs. These remarkable and iconic trees symbolise Madagascar’s unique wildlife just as much as its lemurs. Although the number of Grandidier’s baobabs is currently quite high, the species is threatened by a lack of regeneration (the formation of new trees). It’s threatened by the overexploitation of its fruits, seeds and bark, which could be adversely affecting its ability to regenerate.
Read more and Help here: https://www.fauna-flora.org/species/grandidiers-baobab/