This painting is a visual embodiment of struggle, hope, and the spiritual awakening of a nation. The winged female figure soaring toward the light through raging waves and whirlwinds symbolizes the soul of Ukraine, striving for freedom and dignity. The people below with raised hands represent the voice of millions, united in their belief in a brighter future and the right to live without fear.
The golden radiance breaking through the chaos reflects the power of inner light — a faith that does not fade even in the darkest times. The stormy waves below are not only the chaos of war, but also the force of the people’s will, an emotional cleansing, a movement toward change. Water carries both pain and hope: it can destroy, but also clear the way for something new.
High in the sky, there is a bird. It is a symbol of freedom and spiritual strength, a messenger reminding us that the path upward is possible, and the light is not an illusion but a reality we are moving toward together.
The painting is done in the color palette of the Ukrainian flag — blue and yellow — where blue represents the peaceful sky and the depth of emotion, while yellow symbolizes light, warmth, harvest, and faith in the future. This work speaks of how even in the whirlwind of trials, amidst pain and struggle, spiritual ascension and the birth of a new, free life are possible.