In life, we often pass through pivotal moments when one phase ends and another begins. In those times, we take a first breath again — deeper, more conscious, filled with new meaning. This painting is about those transitions. About accepting change, finding inner strength, and allowing yourself the grace to begin again.
“The First Breath” symbolizes the awakening of the soul and a shift into a new state of being. The woman in the painting is caught in a moment of stillness and strength, breathing in fresh energy, inspiration, and love — both for herself and for the world.
Her hair, flowing into a swirl of flowers, represents thoughts, memories, and dreams being revived. The bouquet in her hands reflects her inner bloom. And the waves behind her are a reminder that life is always in motion — we are constantly evolving, releasing the old, and embracing what comes next.