This artwork portrays a young Dreamer, an undocumented young lady who Dreams of a life in America where equity, acceptance, and belonging are not just ideals but lived realities. It is a dream of security, where they and their loved ones can live without fear of being uprooted from their homes and communities. 

 At the core of this piece is the Dreamer’s heart crafted from a cactus is a symbol of resilience and protection. Just as the cactus thrives in the harshest conditions, so too does this young Dreamer. The spikes serve as both protection and testament to their unyielding spirit, safeguarding their hope in the face of adversity. The cactus bud is flowering against all odds and adds beauty to all landscapes they bloom in.

This painting is a prayer for the undocumented community, not only to be protected from being uprooted but to blossom into their full potential. To have the peace of mind, dignity and the citizenship they deserve in the only home they’ve ever known.