5” x 7” , acrylic ink and graphite on yupo paper. Artist signature on back.

“Hopeful” (2nd of the 16 emotions)”: bright oranges, pinks, and yellows reigned for this emotion (from questionnaire on @sarah.hart.landolt). You feel it largely in the chest/ heart area. Also on the cheeks or on the mouth “like a smile.” Even in the fingertips or in the legs. 2 responses said hope flutters in the ribcage or near the heart ❤️ , which reminded me of a butterfly 🦋. Hence, I drew semicircles to represent the wings of “hopeful” fluttering inside us all! I painted 8 times and the one you see is the winner !
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About this “Feeling Heart ❤️ Project” : I converted the 16 emotions emoji chart for kids into a #sarahhartart chart: where each emotion is embodied in color, circular shapes, and fluid ink movements. I want to empower both kids and adults to feel the truth of their heart through art. #feelingheartproject