Neyda De La Peña
Original
"She Grew in Light,  2018
 Oil and metal on wood
 24 " X 33"  
USD  $ 780 
 
 
Carved from reclaimed wood, "She Grew Into Light" is an original mixed-media artwork by Neyda De La Peña that explores the quiet transformation of the human spirit through nature. At first glance, the viewer sees a flourishing tree with vibrant green aluminum leaves. As the eye lingers, a graceful female silhouette gradually emerges from the trunk, revealing the inseparable connection between humanity and the natural world.
The sculpture symbolizes personal growth, resilience, and the way our deepest experiences become the roots from which new life emerges. Rather than standing beside the tree, the woman has become part of it—suggesting that strength is not found by resisting change, but by allowing ourselves to grow through it.
Each leaf is individually hand-cut from aluminum and carefully placed to catch the light, creating subtle reflections that change throughout the day. The reclaimed wood preserves its natural grain, knots, and weathered character, making every piece completely unique and reinforcing the artwork's message of renewal and enduring beauty.
Created in Utah by artist Neyda De La Peña, this handcrafted wood relief blends wood carving, painting, and metalwork into a contemporary statement piece. It is designed for collectors who appreciate nature-inspired art, symbolic trees, sustainable materials, and meaningful craftsmanship that transforms a living space into a place of reflection.