Banana is my business

Printed in New Zealand, this A5+ (210x210mm) piece features original art by A Lion Draws on premium 220gsm matte paper. It comes elegantly framed in a black wood frame, measuring 30x30cm.
 
“Bananas is my business”
This vibrant painting celebrates the iconic Carmen Miranda, a Portuguese-born Brazilian singer, dancer, and actress affectionately known as "The Brazilian Bombshell." Her flamboyant spirit and signature fruit hat outfits made her a beloved figure in American cinema, and she continues to inspire artists around the world.
In this piece, I draw a parallel between my passion for creating colorful hats and the way Carmen embraced color in her outfits. Like her, I believe that fashion is an expressive art form—a way to celebrate identity, culture, and joy. Just as Carmen designed exquisite clothes and hats in her boutique before rising to fame, I find myself weaving my own narrative through the vibrant hues and forms of my creations.
Through this artwork, I aim to capture her exuberance and the essence of living life in full color. "Banan is my business" is not just a tribute to Carmen Miranda; it’s a celebration of creativity, individuality, and the joy that colors bring to our lives.