Size : 119 x 200 x 4 cm
Media : Oil On Canvas
Description
The painting depicts two individuals in an embrace, with their forms and physical contact conveying a unique emotional state. The figures illustrate a caring affection for one another, with their bare bodies symbolizing intimacy. However, one figure expresses longing and unease, while the other reveals a posture of helplessness, unable to respond to the desire for love that arises from this discomfort.
Through this work, the creator conveys feelings of inadequacy and anxiety within the emotional realm. The longing stemming from a perceived lack of love leads the relationship into a state of regret, characterized by a love that cannot fully manifest.
Artist Statement
Self-awareness is a crucial perspective in managing relationships. I believe that all acts of genuine love are imbued with sincere motivations, and because of this, I learn to reflect on my personal growth within authentic connections. I feel that this painting conveys a unique emotional state—one that is filled with love yet expresses a sense of helplessness.
The relationship depicted between the two embracing figures is the most thought-provoking aspect of this work. Through this painting, I aim to express a habitual state within my experiences—an insecurity characterized by a deep, caring emotion that is simultaneously anxious and tightly held. The various desires I pursue further place the relationship in a state of tension and powerlessness, capturing the bittersweet essence of love that cannot be fully realized. This artwork serves as an expression of my awakening to self-awareness, marking an important catalyst for extended reflection.