Whispers Beneath the Cracks

A hauntingly serene portrait of rebirth and fragility. The woman’s porcelain face, fractured and mended with veins of gold, evokes the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi—the philosophy that beauty lies in brokenness. Butterflies emerge like living memories, symbols of transformation and fleeting grace, while delicate blossoms frame her as if nature itself is reclaiming her wounds. Between decay and renewal, this piece captures the quiet strength of becoming whole again, not despite the cracks, but through them.

By Bianca Pirlog | 2025 Mixed Media Ink & Oil Paint on Canvas | 90x60 cm | Framed (black frame)