My Motiva, ‘Through the Illusion‘ is deeply connected to how I see the world. The main idea is like a wing, which represents each individual. I was fascinated to learn that dragonflies form a heart shape when they mate. This ties in with my belief that the whole world is greater than just its parts and that we should always listen to our hearts.

The dragonfly theme in this work is more than just a picture; it’s full of deeper meanings. I like to think of the dragonfly as being able to see beyond just the surface of things. The different colors and types of dragonflies I use show the variety in life, just like my pencil drawings show a range of tones from black to white.

This work makes me think about how there’s so much more to the world than what we can see, and how much there is still to learn. It’s a way for me to stay connected to the present. Also, as a secular Jew, I’ve included references from the Tanach to express universal and timeless values in my art.