In the Ruin, We Bloom XXII

Framed by moss and decay, the figure reaches toward the sky, a gesture of resilience and hope. The bright red shirt contrasts this self-portrait, creating a moment of life and color amidst the monochrome world. The imagery here reflects the interconnectedness of all things—life and decay, growth and withering. As Kahlil Gibran wrote, "Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars."