Close-up painting of an eye reflecting scenes of Italian culture including the Colosseum, a boat, a family meal, and stained glass, framed by lemons and leaves.

Draw a close-up of a single eye, using the iris to hold layered imagery from Italian cultural heritage. Place the Colosseum or Pantheon in the center of the pupil to symbolize ancient roots, and surround it with a stained glass window or rosary to reflect Catholic tradition. Along the top of the iris, include a steamship or suitcase to represent immigration, while the bottom holds a family gathered around a long Sunday lunch table, showing the heart of Italian life. Frame the outer edge of the iris with soft Roman columns or laurel wreaths. In the white of the eye, sketch faint Italian handwriting like an old letter or prayer. Around the eye on the skin, add a decorative garland of basil leaves and lemons/ lemon slices to tie it all back to the land and cultural pride. Use warm, nostalgic colors to bring the image to life and express a deep connection to ancestry. See more