The Mask of Restraint (@eunb.tt)

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We live our lives wearing a single face, yet within us, countiess emotions-sorrow, joy, anger, melancholy, curiosity-constantly intertwine. At times, different versions of ourselve s emerge, blending together as we try to manage and suppress these emotions. The serpents in this piece symbolize the many burdens, identities, and emotions we carry. The woman's face, like a mask, represents self-restraint—an attempt to shield herself from the overwhelming flood of emotions. Yet, in doing so, this restraint turns into suppression, raising the question: Is she controlling her emotions, or are they controlling Do we truly have control over our emotions, or could it be that what we perceive as control is actually holding us back? This piece explores the fine line between self-discipline and suppression, questioning whether our attempts to regulate emotions serve as self-protection or, instead, end up restraining us. Show more