Space

28"X22"
acrylic, gold & silver leaf
'on canvas'
 
Space explores the paradox of closeness—how two people can be physically near yet emotionally distant. The painting centers on the idea that intimacy does not eliminate distance, but rather exists within it. Even in moments of perceived closeness, space remains—physical, emotional, mental, or psychological.
 
This piece questions societal ideas of intimacy and connection, particularly how false closeness can emerge from fear of being alone rather than genuine understanding. By emphasizing the space between figures, the work invites reflection on whether intimacy is something we possess or something we continuously negotiate through trust.