2023, Oil on canvas, 16" x 16"

Life

When I look at this painting, I see a vibrant explosion of life and energy. At the center is a tree-like form, its branches stretching outward like veins of vitality. The colors—bold reds, teals, and blues—feel electric, almost like the tree is alive and pulsing with movement. It reminds me of how growth isn’t always linear; sometimes it spirals, twists, and reaches in unexpected directions.
Surrounding the branches are these delicate red flowers with sunny yellow centers. They follow the curves of the limbs, almost like they’re dancing along the flow of the tree. There’s something joyful and rhythmic about them, like nature’s own choreography. The bright yellow background makes everything pop—it feels warm, optimistic, and full of light.
To me, this painting speaks of interconnectedness. Each branch, each bloom, feels like a part of a larger story. It’s abstract, yes, but it evokes something deeply personal.

Used by permission of the artist.

Dianne Bramble

My name is Dianne Bramble and I was diagnosed with YOPD in 2013 when I was 45. I decided early ...more