There is an old Irish saying, “Butterflies are souls of the dead waiting to pass through purgatory.”

 

Butterflies symbolize death or rebirth after death. In fact, some believe that these beautiful creatures represent the souls of those who have recently departed from this mortal world. This artwork represents the chaotic tug-of-war, between our fluttering butterfly-like souls, the complex intricate web of our daily lives and the dark, poisonous effect of negative thoughts and insecurities. Where, the soul is trying to escape the complex self-built walls and be free of anything artificial.

 

Medium – Pen and Ink