The original artwork has been sold, but professional archival reproductions are available.
 
"A Beautiful Mind" is a heartfelt painting that captures Marilyn Monroe, also known as Norma Jeane, in a reflective moment. 
 
The artwork depicts her lying on a doona, reading a book, symbolizing her love for reading and intellectual pursuits, which offered her an escape from her difficult life.  The background is adorned with soft cherry blossoms, representing Marilyn's short and fragile life.  Just like cherry blossoms, which bloom beautifully and are then blown away by the wind, Marilyn's life was brief yet impactful.  In the foreground, dreamy daisies suggest her longing to be in a peaceful field of flowers, while a butterfly hovers nearby, symbolizing her transformation from Norma Jeane Mortenson to Marilyn Monroe.  Marilyn is shown reading a book titled "A Beautiful Mind," with the subtitle being her quote, "I restore myself when I'm alone." The back cover features an image of Marilyn blowing dandelion seeds into the wind, symbolizing freedom.  This painting serves as a tribute to Marilyn's strength and resilience, highlighting her love for books and the solace she found in reading. It invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of her identity and the transformative power of literature in her life.