Colored Pencils
An evocative piece that beautifully blends symbolism and vivid imagery to convey a powerful message for harmony amidst chaos. The dynamic background plays a crucial role in this piece with swirling patterns of warm hues of red, orange and blue representing the tumultuous elements of fire and smoke, evoking the chaos and destruction witnessed in war zones. This contrasts vividly with the calm white chrysanthemum, highlighting the tension between conflict and the enduring human spirit's aspiration for peace. The inspiration stems from a deeply personal reflection on historical and current events. Moved by the ongoing wars in the middle east, particularly on the impact on young innocent lives, this destruction resonates with the family's history of survival and trauma from the bombing of Hiroshima. The emotional connection fuels the creation of a peace that transcends personal sorrow, aiming to visualize a collective yearning for a peaceful existence.