Blooming Helix

Blooming Helix is an abstract celebration of the beauty hidden within our DNA — especially the unexpected stories shaped by rare outcomes. Painted in looping helix forms against a deep, textured background, this piece blends vibrant florals with the symbolic shape of genetic sequencing, reflecting how life’s most delicate codes can hold both mystery and hope.

The floral patterns woven through each twist of the helix represent the unexpected softness, joy, and resilience that grow even in the hardest medical journeys. Like blossoms emerging from the dark, Blooming Helix honors the strength of families who navigate uncertainty with love at the center.

Created for parents, caregivers, and anyone touched by rare diagnoses, this artwork is a reminder that our stories — even the complicated ones — can bloom into something profoundly beautiful.

An original 8x10 acrylic painting on canvas. Textured, layered mark-making with expressive color. 

One-of-a-kind artwork by Kathryn Shields, Varnished for protection and long-lasting vibrancy, Ready to hang Signed on the back