Higgins is known for his vibrant figurative paintings depicting luminous gummy bears. These paintings are characterized by smooth gradients of color and dramatic lighting. Though the narratives often tell of disconnection and longing, the paintings maintain a playful essence reminiscent of adolescence, pleasure, and innocence. In these whimsical yet tender narratives, the gummy bear functions as a vehicle for self-identification, exploration of light, and permeating scenes of isolation with light-hearted humor.