Ella Fuma by Quil in Renton

This painting is made from oil paints on stretched canvas. It depicts a native american woman smoking a cigarette with primary colors of paint on her skin. The image is inspired by my grandmother who was a strong influence on my artistic upbringing. She was tied to her spiritual roots and the smell of smoke is a nostalgic scent that always reminds me of her. The element I am most proud of is the the seriousness of the subjects face which represents to the feminine power and beauty my grandmother had.