Words That Hold
Words That Hold
Palabras De Mama Collection
About this piece: The words we speak to our children become part of how they stand in the world.
From their earliest moments, our voice offers guidance, encouragement, and meaning, even before they fully understand it.
In this piece, the vases represent those words. Stacked, layered, and held together over time, forming a quiet structure beneath them.
We don’t always see it happening, but with every phrase, every tone, every moment of care, we are building something within them.
Strength.
Confidence.
A sense of self.
A reflection on the role we carry as mothers— to shape with intention, and to guide with love.
Painting size: 25x37 inches
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Framing: Floating frame in natural tone included
For any other questions, please email hello@desireemartinez.ca
Framing
Professionally framed in a custom floating frame.
Frame included unless otherwise stated.
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Original Art
This artwork is an original, one-of-a-kind piece created by Desiree Martinez.
Copyright remains with the artist, including the right to create future reproductions or prints.
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