Beauty is Painful
Acrylic/Canvas
65x95 cm
2024
This painting captures the paradox of beauty and pain through the intertwining imagery of a woman and roses. Her ethereal presence, surrounded by vibrant roses, evokes a sense of elegance and fragility. Yet, the thorns that weave around her symbolize the trials, challenges, and suffering she endures.
The rose, a universal symbol of beauty, hides its protective thorns, much like a woman who carries her struggles with grace. The composition speaks to the strength found in vulnerability and the profound truth that beauty often emerges from hardship. Just as nature has designed roses to protect their delicate blooms, so too does pain shape and fortify the beauty within. Through its vibrant colors and intricate details, the artwork invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of life, where joy and suffering coexist, giving rise to something both profound and beautiful.