This digital artwork blends surreal moths, ever-watching eyes, and repeated affirmations into a hypnotic tapestry of emotional support. In warm pink and red tones, the piece captures the tension between self-observation and inner reassurance. The moths carry quiet messages—“You are enough,” “Somebody needs you,” “You will be okay”—offering comfort amidst the visual chaos.

  
Every eye seems to see you, yet every wing offers protection. This piece serves as a visual mantra—a gentle, persistent reminder that you matter, even when you doubt it.

  

Between Gazes and Messages

This digital illustration explores the quiet weight of mental health struggles and self-doubt. At the center is a small dachshund with sad, questioning eyes, wearing an oversized, whimsical hat and holding an empty bowl labeled “Am I Enough?” The background is filled with a stream-of-consciousness narrative—an internal monologue highlighting feelings of pressure, fear, isolation, and the desire to be accepted.

  
Key words like “ALONE,” “HEAVY,” “AFRAID,” and “QUIET” are emphasized in bold, colorful text, echoing the emotional burden the figure carries. The juxtaposition of a childlike, innocent character with such heavy emotional themes underscores the silent battles that often go unseen.

  

Choked by Pressure

A seemingly cheerful squirrel sits behind a drum set, lit by the glow of a surreal spotlight. At first glance, it appears playful – but the scattered items around it tell a different story: a broken beer bottle, pills, a cigarette, a red thong. This contradiction between the cute protagonist and the dark accessories symbolizes the destructive pressure of performance and public expectations.

  
The oversized mushroom hat, both whimsical and weighty, reinforces the surreal burden of fame. This piece mixes pop culture, satire, and emotional symbolism, inviting reflection on the cost of attention and the thin line between joy and burnout.

Fames Burden 

It's a digital illustration that challenges conventional notions of beauty and strength. Set against a dreamy seascape at sunset, the work depicts a proud pink flamingo wearing an oversized camouflage mushroom hat and a striking prosthetic limb. With one elegant winged arm, it points to a sign reading "No one can stop you."

  
This surreal and powerful artwork explores themes of identity, disability, and self-determination through a whimsical, dreamlike lens. The vibrant colors and bold lines convey warmth and defiance, while the mushroom hat adds a touch of fantasy and rebellion. The flamingo, often a symbol of grace, becomes a resilient figure here—unafraidly unique and unwaveringly proud.

  
This work encourages viewers to embrace what makes them different and find strength in their individuality.

“In Spite of Everything”

Amid color and chaos, the cow stands still. Her empty gaze speaks of inner collapse — of moments where willpower fades and the self feels distant.

She embodies loss of control, emotional exhaustion, and the paralyzing sense of not knowing where to go.

A portrait of not functioning in a world that never stops.

Quiet Breakdown 

Beneath a mushroom- a symbol of diversity- a frog sits among glitter, money and fragility. The scene feels staged, yet the emotion is real: pride, exhaustion, searching. Between ideals and inner emptiness, this piece reflects what many feel – but rarely dare to show. 

The Price of Glitter

This work explores the emotional conflict of identity and belonging. The koi fish is caught between two worlds- land and water – and represents those who feel like they don’t fit in either. Its sad expression and packed suitcase suggest departure not out of strength, but of quiet despair.

This piece speaks to themes of mental health, rejection, and the painful journey toward self-acceptance.

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