Art Competition
Theme: Water
This artwork was created under the theme of water, requiring the design to be conceptually connected to this element. It presented a new challenge for me, as I sought to incorporate my signature style while integrating water as a new component. Rather than representing the theme in a literal manner, I adhered to my creative principle of featuring a simple central object, which is enveloped by water to subtly convey the theme.
Striving Soul
In Buddhist symbolism, the lotus embodies the purity of body, speech, and mind. We are often informed about the obstacles we’ll face and are advised to prepare for them, or we’re shown the end result and encouraged to aim for it. However, we tend to overlook the intermediate stages and fail to appreciate them fully. This artwork captures that transitional phase, where one is striving for a better future while still grappling with obstacles. It serves as a reminder to value the progress made, no matter how challenging, and to continue overcoming barriers in pursuit of a brighter future.
The lotus symbolizes an individual, with the portion above the water representing the achieved result, while the water itself signifies the struggles that the person is trying to rise above. The varying particles in shape, size, and color on the lotus symbolize the different experiences a person is born with, has gone through, learned from, and carries with them, shaping who they are.
