Glow

This portrait captures Jamie Dalton from Aquarium Info, a creator redefining the YouTube space with her unique approach to aquariums. I chose to depict her in a ruffled sleeved dress against a terrazzo background, blending texture with elegance. The composition guides the viewer’s eye toward her gaze, drawing out a sense of confidence and warmth. Inspired in part by the glamorized sensibility of Jeff Koons, this painting plays with light and polish to create a radiant, near-pop presence. The structured yet celebratory background echoes decorative strategies used by contemporary portraitists like Kehinde Wiley, while the refined color tones and stylized forms draw influence from the poise found in Amy Sherald’s work. Altogether, the piece honors both the individuality and the impact of a creator shaping her own space.

Model: Jamie Dalton