Description

A vibrant and surreal celebration of Aruba’s essence, My Heart is in Aruba encapsulates the deep emotional connection between nature, identity, and imagination. The central figure, with cascading waves for hair, symbolizes the fluidity and energy of the Caribbean, where the ocean and sky intertwine.

The gold-rimmed sunglasses reflect Aruba’s iconic Divi tree at sunset, capturing the island’s serene beauty through a lens of nostalgia and admiration. Surrounding the figure, elements of Aruba’s biodiversity—colorful tropical fish, the delicate Trupial bird, and the wise Shoco owl—bring the island’s ecosystem to life.

A bold yellow hibiscus flourishes, representing growth and vibrancy, while the winding cactus branches and mystical creatures root the artwork in the island’s folklore and resilience. The figure’s neck, adorned with cosmic constellations and an Aruban flag pendant, signifies a spiritual connection to the land, the sea, and the stars.

A powerful visual love letter to Aruba, this piece invites the viewer to see the island not just as a place, but as a feeling—a heartbeat that lives within.