“Sofia” (2024) is a charcoal and acrylic on canvas painting measuring 90 x 70 cm (35.43 x 27.55 in) by the artist Ritchelly Oliveira. This piece merges the velvety quality of charcoal with the gentle luminosity of acrylic, resulting in a striking portrait that juxtaposes a grayscale figure with vibrant floral accents. The flowers, painted in soft yet radiant tones, serve as symbolic emblems of overcoming obstacles, each petal suggesting a new chapter of personal renewal. The figure’s contemplative gaze evokes quiet confidence, while the surrounding blooms create a visual narrative of hope and transformation. Technically, Oliveira’s skill is evident in his subtle transitions of light and shadow, which lend the central subject a sense of depth and realism, and in his refined application of acrylic that breathes life into the delicate floral details.