The first painting represents the ongoing struggle against pollution in our seas, capturing the delicate balance between nature and humanity’s responsibility to protect it. The interplay of colors and imagery symbolizes both the beauty of marine life and the threats it faces from pollution and neglect. My deepest heartbreak with the Caspian Sea lies in witnessing the helplessness of its animals—trapped, powerless, and unable to save their environment from the pollution we humans create. This is why I depicted mermaids swimming away in shock, embodying the despair and urgency of protecting our fragile ecosystems.

In contrast, the second painting, inspired by Le Petit Prince, invites viewers to reconnect with their childhood wonder and imagination. Through the tender depiction of the prince reaching for a rose under a glowing crescent moon, it reminds us of the importance of simplicity, love, and seeing the world with a childlike sense of awe.

Together, these pieces reflect both environmental and emotional themes, urging us to care for our world and cherish the innocence within ourselves.