Missed conversations

acrylic on canvas; 2022

"Missed Conversations" explores the tension between intimacy and distance in a romantic relationship marked by both deep love and silent dissonance. The black and white lines represent two individuals—distinct yet intertwined—moving through shared space in chaotic harmony. Though visually connected, the lines rarely converge in full understanding, mirroring the hidden thoughts and emotions left unspoken between them. The red backdrop evokes the intensity of love and vulnerability that surrounded their bond, while the overlapping strokes hint at the complexity of what was felt but never fully expressed. This piece is a meditation on emotional contradiction—the beauty of closeness, and the ache of things left unsaid.

self portrait

acrylic on canvas; 2021

Mama

acrylic on canvas; 2025

This piece captures one of the simple, cherished rituals I associate with my mother—sipping tea, lost in thought, wrapped in her own quiet strength. It’s a tribute to the countless moments of comfort she’s given me, a reminder of the warmth and peace that her presence brings. Created for her 50th birthday, this painting is a celebration of her grace, resilience, and the countless cups of tea that have marked our shared moments.

Silent Symptoms

acrylic on canvas; 2021

“Silent Symptoms” reflects a period of deep emotional solitude where my pain found no voice—only physical form. Unable to express what I felt, my body spoke for me, manifesting stress through visible marks. This piece is a portrait of internal struggle, hidden wounds, and the quiet ways we break.

Beneath the gesture

acrylic on canvas; 2021

this piece explores the many forms of kindness—its warmth, its complexity, and its unintended weight. While often seen as purely positive, kindness can also leave a quiet ache, especially when we’re unable to return it. This piece reflects that tension through varied shapes, colors, and textures, each representing a different emotional residue of giving and receiving.