“Miley Cyrus – ‘Flowers’ : Colorful Layered Textured Wood Painting by Amalee

A Textured Tribute: Miley Cyrus Relief on Wood & Vinyl

This striking 51″ × 56″ relief portrait of Miley Cyrus grew into something much more dynamic than I initially envisioned. Crafted from layered, carved wood and crowned with a custom wooden vinyl record, the piece blends dimensional depth with pop‑culture reverence. It’s a bold celebration of Miley Cyrus—her music, energy, and visual iconography—all manifested through texture and form.

The Creative Journey

It began with carving Miley’s figure directly out of a solid wood panel, creating a tactile, sculptural relief. Simultaneously, I crafted a wooden vinyl record—textured to mimic grooves, tactile and nostalgic. Before carving, the commissioner (a DJ) found an actual vinyl in the bushes and asked to include it. She imagined Miley holding the record, but I envisioned the vinyl as a panoramic background, making Miley emerge from the music itself. The result is electrifying: Miley Cyrus framed not by paint, but by texture and context.

Collaborating with a DJ Commissioner

The collaboration with the commissioner infused the project with musical relevance. By surfacing the natural wood grain, carving precise textures, and painting both figure and vinyl, I created a portrait that resonates with her DJ’s world. Initially, she intended to gift it—but after seeing how the painting came to life, she fell in love with the process. She plans to sell the finished portrait and has already commissioned a new piece, drawn to the emotive and creative exploration.

️ Public Debut at Castro Art Walk

In June 2025, I debuted the piece at The Academy during the monthly Castro Art Walk in San Francisco’s vibrant Castro district. This event occurs every first Friday—June 6 was the most recent—and showcases local artists in public spaces like The Academy SF reddit.com+8reddit.com+8reddit.com+8castroartwalk.com+7castroartwalk.com+7academy-sf.com+7.

The lively crowd reacted strongly. Many admired how Miley Cyrus “just pops out” of the wood and vinyl. The dimensional relief, textured painting, and vibrant palette all combined to echo her musical dynamism. Viewers lingered, discussing the interplay of color, wood grain, and that nostalgic record backdrop. The piece felt simultaneously rooted in visual art and tuned to sonic memory.

SEO Focus: Miley Cyrus & Textured Wood Art

To ensure visibility, the narrative emphasizes Miley Cyrus, layered wood relief, and mixed-media craft. Frequent mentions—within headings, body copy, and description—make it clear this is a Miley Cyrus portrait, not just any textured wood painting. The vivid detail—vinyl background, collaborative commissioning, Castro Art Walk presentation—reinforces search relevance for fans, collectors, and art lovers alike.

Cultural Resonance & Community Response

The Castro Art Walk draws on San Francisco’s rich LGBTQ+ and artistic heritagecastroartwalk.com+1castroartwalk.com+1. This environment—livestreamed across neighborhood galleries—helps amplify the appeal of a bold Miley Cyrus portrait executed in mixed wood media. Community comments noted the tension between raw texture and recognizable celebrity likeness:

“Truly a masterpiece ”
“I lovvve this!” reddit.com+1reddit.com+1

Reddit threads about textured portraits of Miley Cyrus often mention the emotional power of tactile treatment:

“Ok is it me or do you look like Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus! Beautiful texture in the painting.”etsy.com+7reddit.com+7reddit.com+7

That texture is exactly what makes this piece shine—both visually and conceptually.

Selling & New Commission

Now, the commissioner is ready to sell this one-of-a-kind Miley Cyrus relief. It’s a rare opportunity to own an immersive pop-star portrait built from carved and painted wood. Meanwhile, she’s commissioned a second portrait, hoping to replicate the layered texture and storytelling dynamic with a fresh subject—perhaps even another music icon like Miley Cyrus herself.