Katrisha Zhao

AT TWELVE | THE RED SERIES

DIMENSIONS SIZE
120 cm x 90cm

MEDIUM
Oil on Canvas

YEAR
2025

Summary

In contrast to the tranquil scene of her infancy, the same girl now stands at the cusp of her twelfth year, her spirit ablaze with unbridled enthusiasm as she races towards the ocean with boundless energy. The vibrant colours of the setting sun paint the sky in hues of orange and pink, casting a fiery glow over the horizon. With her long hair streaming behind her like a banner of freedom, she dashes across the sands with a sense of exhilaration, her laughter carried by the salty breeze. 

Here, the girl's transition from childhood to adolescence is metaphorically depicted as she charges towards the vast expanse of the ocean, symbolizing the boundless possibilities and adventures that lie ahead in her journey towards womanhood. Just as the waves crash against the shore in an endless dance with the tide, she embraces the excitement and uncertainty of growing up, ready to dive headfirst into the waves of life's experiences. 

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