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Queen of hearts was created in memory of a dear friend. This friend had the biggest heart I have ever known. It was always very difficult for her to express her feelings through her own words, so she bought greeting cards every day to express herself. My dear friend is no longer with the living, but I know she is smiling down on this ode to her. Rest in peace my dear sweet friend!

Etta Harris was born in Seoul, South Korea to a Korean mother and an African American father. As a child of a military family, Etta learned how to embrace and celebrate various cultures due to her numerous travel opportunities and her diverse background. She has lived in different parts of the world, which has consequently affected her artistic view on life, race, and culture. Etta’s inspiration is primarily due to her relationship, eternal love, and inspiring freedom that comes from Jesus Christ. Her interpretations of spirituality, love, nature, pain, joy, and love of all people are expressed mainly using acrylic and oil pastels captured in abstract styles. Etta was trained in Seoul, South Korea and in Houston, Texas and holds an...