Barefoot

The central structure is composed of overlapping, rounded forms, each outlined in strong black lines that intersect and overlap, creating an intricate web.

 These shapes, stacked and layered, could be seen as a representation of the different layers or facets of identity—each distinct but interconnected, forming a cohesive whole.

The color palette of blue, yellow, and white within the shapes brings an emotional richness to the work, as if each layer holds its own memories and experiences. The use of blue suggests introspection, calmness, and perhaps a melancholic reflection, while the yellows add a hint of optimism or inner vitality, contrasting the subdued blues. The structure is surrounded by a warm, almost halo-like glow of reds and purples, which envelops the piece and creates a cocoon-like effect, as though this fragile identity is being sheltered or protected by its surroundings.

The title, Barefoot, implies a state of direct connection with the ground, rawness and a return to simplicity. It suggests a stripping away of pretenses, leaving behind any barriers between the self and the world, much like walking barefoot. This grounded, exposed state is emphasized by the organic and almost tender forms within the piece, indicating that vulnerability can also be a source of strength and authenticity.

The black lines that crisscross the shapes could symbolize constraints or boundaries—reminders of the limitations we impose upon ourselves or that society places upon us. They simultaneously hold the piece together and restrict its fluidity, hinting at the tension between individuality and conformity, between freedom and containment.

Through Barefoot, the artist invites the viewer to confront their own layers and complexities, to embrace the process of becoming “barefoot” in a metaphorical sense—connecting to one’s true self and navigating life with authenticity and courage.