This evocative painting is part of a series of six, each with a unique interpretation of the same image—a delicate rose at its core. The base is an original photograph, but its transformation through encaustic medium and fire adds a layer of raw emotion. The burnt edges, created intentionally by setting the surface aflame, introduce an element of controlled destruction, symbolizing frustration, intensity, and perhaps a cathartic release. The softened, wax-infused petals contrast with the charred imperfections, visually echoing the tension between beauty and turmoil. This piece is not just an image but an emotional landscape, capturing the complexities of love, patience, and the challenges of raising a teenager.