Duality of Reflection

Backstory & Inspiration
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“Duality of Reflection” explores the feeling of being caught between two versions of oneself, one floating and untouchable, the other sinking under the weight of reality. It reflects the tension between who we are and who we used to be, what we reveal to the world and what remains hidden. The melting textures symbolize identity as fluid and ever-changing, where pieces of ourselves drift away, sometimes irretrievably.
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The moon and water serve as natural symbols, embodying both reflection and distortion. The moon influences tides but is itself a reflection of the sun, just as we are shaped by forces beyond our control. The muted, surreal color palette evokes a dreamlike stillness, reinforcing the idea that identity shifts just as we think we have grasped it.
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Concepts & Details
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The floating and submerged faces represent the duality of self, mirroring the conflict between past and present, loss and transformation. The melting features symbolize surrender to change, accepting that nothing remains the same. The watchful moon reinforces the idea of observing our own evolution, unable to hold onto every part of who we once were.
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The stillness of the composition evokes quiet grief; loss intertwined with growth. The sadness is not desperate but reflective, acknowledging that transformation requires letting go. The piece captures the tension between mourning the past and embracing the future.
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Viewer Takeaway
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“Duality of Reflection” invites viewers to reflect on their own moments of change and self-discovery. It speaks to those who have felt themselves slipping away, uncertain whether to grieve or embrace that transformation. The piece suggests that we do not have to resist these shifts we can exist in the in-between, knowing that some part of us always remains, watching, remembering, and holding space for who we once were.