Original artwork description:

In this painting, you see a faceless figure holding a mask in their hands. On the right side, there is also a row of masks, each with conditional facial features.

I am exploring the theme of "mental health during wartime," tapping into my subconscious and allowing myself to create surrealistic images that sometimes convey more than a premeditated, thought-out depiction. The faceless figure holding a mask in their hands suggests that they have made a choice. It is incredibly challenging to maintain one's identity, courage during wartime. This theme deeply concerns me, and I observe how the people I interact with change, don masks, try on different faces for their unique one. I believe this is a psychological defense mechanism; it's very difficult for our brains to remain in constant distress. It's a suppression of oneself, one's unique personality, and emotions.

Materials used:

pastel

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