I Choose to Bloom
2026
by Claire Huang
from Auckland in New Zealand
Painting
Draw from life
Copyright Claire Huang 2026
I Choose to Bloom by Claire Huang (12 y/o) - self-portrait painted in acrylic on a 12''x16'' canvas; Jan 2026, Auckland, New Zealand
I chose to be my own hero and draw myself because I was always insecure of my face, and I was scared to be judged by current beauty standards. I think to finally draw myself is a big milestone and I still think that I can draw it better, but it is enough.
Page created on 1/4/2026 11:42:10 PM
Last edited 2/16/2026 2:38:21 PM
