Original Art by Mikayla Zappacosta

My work is an invitation to pause —

a moment of stillness in a world that often rushes past us. 

Inspired by adventure and exploration,

my paintings capture fleeting moments

that evoke a quiet sense of peace,

encouraging reflection rather than interpretation.

 With watercolor and gouache,

I embrace the fluid, unpredictable nature of the medium. 

Soft edges, shifting light, and layers that create depth 

emerge naturally as I allow the paint and my mind to flow.

Each piece is meant to feel like a breath of calm,

a place where one can settle into their own thoughts,

free from distraction.

At its core, my art is about presence—

about letting go of distraction and to simply just be.