Digital illustration
Print: 29.7 x 42cm
This piece represents the poisonous nature of emotional and psychological abuse, and taking the first step toward escape. The poisonous flowers grow and flourish, disguised as beautiful blooms, camouflaging their pain and decay from the outside world, with roots in the dirt keeping them trapped and unseen, seeding self-doubt in the struggle toward freedom. A glowing seed of hope sprouts at the throat, as they find their voice, poised to cut away what is poisoning them, with golden scissors of inner strength. the golden butterfly represents leaving the abusive situation and the glimmer that guides the way towards healing and justice. The anatomy without decay is a symbol of healing and recovery.
