Hey there!

I was going through my journals and I found two letters that I wrote, while I was preparing for the Cycles Exhibition. I thought I take you on this flashback journey with me (:

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Dear Tilted Flower,

I never got to know you well enough. The whole painting process was chaotic. You were in between two countries and I was never fully present with you.

The Tilted Flower (sold) Acrylic & Gouche On Canvas, 2022

I had to take time and relearn all about you and your story. The first word came to mind when I started to analyze you was 'backbone'. It took me a minute to understand. Once I did, it all became very clear.

You represent the physical connection between my back and head. Whenever my head comes very heavy, my spine begins bend. To find myself again in the chaos, I need to learn how to declutters the noise.

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Dear Red Forest,

I thought you represented anger for the longest time. It turns out, I wasn't seeing your true power. A couple of breaths later and an open heart, I discovered that you in fact, represent something in me that I try to deny.

The Red Forest (sold) Acrylic On Canvas, 2022

While painting you, I was holding a grudge because I was surprised at how you turned out and I hated the outcome. I thought it was too childish for me and I didn't want to associate myself with you.

You stayed persistent and I am grateful you opened my eyes and gave me a direction for my my upcoming novel.

This piece is about me being so sure of myself and confident in my own power. To stand up with strength from the ground, believe in myself and trust that I am on the right path.

My back is covered in yellow.

My mind is nurtured with positive thoughts.

My eyes are filled with life.