‘Hold’

In a moment of introspection, I chose to capture a pose that felt both intimate and revealing, holding my breast as a form of self-expression. As I attempted to portray a sense of beauty and grace, the vulnerability of my exhaustion became palpable. Each stroke of the brush seemed to amplify the weariness that had settled deep within me, reflecting the weight of daily life. It was a revealing process, both artistically and personally, as I confronted the reality of my fatigue. Instead of the polished image I envisioned, the painting unveiled a raw truth: that behind the façade of strength, there lies a profound tiredness that often goes unnoticed. In this artistic endeavor, I found clarity, not just in my artwork but in my understanding of myself and the relentless pace at which I navigate existence.