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‘Looking Forward’ is a rich tapestry of symbolism and emotion,   white headscarf and light-colored clothing suggests themes
           crafted through deliberate choices in composition, color, and   of purity, simplicity, and renewal. White is often associated
           technique. The figure’s blurred face is a particularly poignant   with beginnings, hope, and a clean slate, complementing the
           element, evoking a sense of anonymity or universality. It could   title’s emphasis on looking ahead with optimism. The soft blue

           symbolize how the future is inherently unknowable, its details   background is equally significant. Blue often conveys tranquility,
           fuzzy, yet its essence deeply felt. This decision invites viewers to   introspection, and a connection to the infinite, think of the
           project their own identities, stories, or aspirations onto the figure,   vastness of the sky or the depths of the ocean.  ’Looking Forward’
           making the artwork both intimate and collective. The use of the   is not just a work of art but a meditative experience.


           LOOKING FORWARD, 2023 OIL ON CANVAS PANEL 24X18 IN. | 61X45.7 CM.


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