Del Kathryn Barton is renowned for her intricate, highly detailed paintings that explore themes of femininity, nature, and the subconscious mind. “I came here to heal” is an evocative example of her practice that embodies the complex interplay between emotional vulnerability and the transformative power of healing. Executed in the artist’s signature style, with a vivid explosion of colors, meticulous patterns, and layered textures that together create a visually arresting composition, this portrait captures her practice perfectly.