Returning to childhood, 2024 

Canvas/acrylic oil marker, mirror

100 x 70 cm

Returning to childhood features a rectangular mirror in the shape of a house, surrounded by elements resembling streets and children’s belongings. The work symbolizes a person’s journey from a carefree childhood to adulthood. The mirror located in the center reflects the viewer, recalling how childhood memories and our roots shape us. Elements such as the hopscotch game, children’s toys, and an antenna on the roof of the house create an atmosphere of nostalgia, and the presence of clouds and other details add a sense of ephemerality to memories.

This work is part of a larger project, which includes works with mirrors on a black canvas, exploring the theme of reflections as a metaphor for self-discovery and identity. Mirrors here are not just objects; they serve as the key to understanding how we perceive ourselves, the people around us, and how others perceive us. The mirror becomes a tool for exploring internal conflicts, desired ideals, and real expectations. The work invites the viewer to a dialogue with themselves and the world around them, and makes them think about how the past and future are connected in our perception of the present.