Flowers and Roots #2

Together, the two paintings, Flowers and Roots I & II, bring to mind the interconnectedness of migration experiences across different ethnicities and backgrounds. The painting is a commentary on migration and the isolation and challenges faced by marginalized communities from Asia, Africa, and South America in their new country. Their isolation within the painting speaks to the struggles of assimilation and the barriers to acceptance and inclusion. The flowers, though isolated from each other, still bloom, symbolizing the resilience and strength of the women themselves.

As part of a diptych with "Flowers and Roots #1," this painting expresses the complexities of identity and belonging for people of colour. The roots representing their heritage ground them, providing a sense of belonging and connection to their cultural and ancestral traditions and serving as a source of strength and resilience in the face of change. The painting invites viewers to reflect on the experiences of marginalized communities and the importance of embracing diversity and inclusion in building a more just and equitable society.