This minimalist yet deeply textured encaustic artwork is a vertical triptych of ethereal photo-based panels layered with translucent wax. Mounted on a rich, rustic wooden board, the textured surface creates a warm, grounding contrast to the delicate, almost ghostly images embedded within the wax. Each panel features a photograph of nymph sculptures from the water fountains at Heinz Hall, captured by the artist. The nymphs, softened and abstracted by the encaustic layers, seem to emerge from and retreat into the wax, evoking a sense of timelessness and mystery. This piece explores themes of preservation, history, and the passage of time, while the nymphs connect the work to the beauty and spirit of Heinz Hall’s artistry. The interplay between the organic warmth of the wood, the cool translucency of the encaustic, and the delicate details of the nymphs creates a harmonious, contemplative presence. Is she smiling? Might we should ask Ms. Mona Lisa?