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I am fascinated by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Bahamas, so stunningly beautiful, they have been remarked on from outer space. I wanted to do a study that focuses on just that, and I was able to capture the perfect shot on a Sunday drive out to Orange Hill Beach when our weekend lockdown was lifted.

As I got into the painting and looked more deeply, I could see every colour of the rainbow reflected in our crystal clear waters. The intricate designs and patterns made me think of the many contrasting and complex emotions we have all experienced during the past year, churning up sadness and even despair. But with trust in God we hope for brighter times ahead, as there is still beauty to be found in every day.

Bahamian artist Roshanne Eyma, daughter of artist and singer/songwriter, Eddie Minnis and Grace Minnis, was born on May 4, 1972. Her interest in art began early in life, growing up surrounded by a family of artists. She started painting seriously when she was 14 years old. She graduated from Queen's College, Nassau Bahamas, in 1988. She received awards in several local art competitions. She has also participated in a number of joint exhibitions with her father, Eddie Minnis, and sister, Nicole. A special highlight of her artistic career was the Minnis Family Retrospective Exhibition held at the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas in Nassau from July to November of 2014. In 1998, she married a fellow artist, Ritchie Eyma. After living in...