“Poppy in Orange” burns with brilliance, insight, and a deep sense of loyalty. Her gaze is unflinching—curious, assessing, powerful. She looks straight at the viewer as if she’s evaluating not just your character, but your heart. The backdrop radiates warmth and fire: solar flares, bold oranges, and fierce female energy. This is not just a portrait—it’s a trial by presence.
The texture of Poppy’s portrait is layered with stories of solidarity and care. Her collar is formed by the faces of women—mothers, nuns, care takers, community builders—while her chin contains a scene from a soup kitchen, grounding her strength in service. Even in subtle details like the turtle carrying another on her eyelid, we see that loyalty isn’t soft—it’s a quiet, enduring strength.
The woman posing over a tiger pelt in the upper corner injects humor and fierceness into the piece—a wink to the fire Poppy keeps under her calm surface. She is whip smart, yes, but also deliberate in her generosity. She doesn’t offer her trust lightly—but once given, it’s unshakable.
Medium: Collage on Canvas
Artist: Jessi Golden
Dimensions: 24" x 30"
Year Created: 2025
“Poppy in Orange” burns with brilliance, insight, and a deep sense of loyalty. Her gaze is unflinching—curious, assessing, powerful. She looks straight at the viewer as if she’s evaluating not just your character, but your heart. The backdrop radiates warmth and fire: solar flares, bold oranges, and fierce female energy. This is not just a portrait—it’s a trial by presence.
The texture of Poppy’s portrait is layered with stories of solidarity and care. Her collar is formed by the faces of women—mothers, nuns, care takers, community builders—while her chin contains a scene from a soup kitchen, grounding her strength in service. Even in subtle details like the turtle carrying another on her eyelid, we see that loyalty isn’t soft—it’s a quiet, enduring strength.
The woman posing over a tiger pelt in the upper corner injects humor and fierceness into the piece—a wink to the fire Poppy keeps under her calm surface. She is whip smart, yes, but also deliberate in her generosity. She doesn’t offer her trust lightly—but once given, it’s unshakable.
Medium: Collage on Canvas
Artist: Jessi Golden
Dimensions: 24" x 30"
Year Created: 2025