Valentine’s Day Kiss

“Hope” is a powerful original painting from the 2025 Lovers’ Series, capturing a poignant moment between two figures set against a radiant sunset. The expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colors evoke themes of longing, distance, and emotional resilience. A man, turned away and cloaked in shadowy black, contrasts a woman in a vivid red coat — her gaze steady, holding onto hope amidst fading light.

The bold use of color — fiery reds, deep blacks, and sun-soaked yellows — creates a cinematic atmosphere, symbolizing both separation and the enduring power of connection. The rising (or setting) sun blazes in the background, suggesting a turning point — an end, a beginning, or both.