Acrylic on canvas 

I painted this in the midst of my own struggle with mental health. It depicts a few things that bring me great comfort, namely: a giant teddy bear given to me by a cherished friend who is now far away, a sweater to remember a friend when she’s gone, a ukulele gifted to me by my best friends that cared to listen when I expressed comfort in music, and my ever resilient Monstera that is the only plant I have ever managed to keep alive. It refuses to give up, which is a message I cling to when times get tough.

I poured my heart and soul into this painting and it was the first time in a long time that I was proud of my work. I hope the cosy warm atmosphere of this painting can bring comfort to those struggling in their own ways when they are far away from home and the people that love them.