Letter #5 - Dare to Burn

Dear viewer, Have you ever lost yourself in your inner fire? In this (self-)portrait, a figure, deeply ensconced in meditative contemplation, emits flames that dance with fierce determination amidst the darkness. This vivid symbolism mirrors the enigmatic nature of our thoughts and ideas, much like an inner flame burning brightly. The inner flame possesses the extraordinary power to illuminate even the darkest of recesses in our existence. It lead me personally to work for many years in the realm of humanitarian work, where my passion for the cause ignited the way. Yet, as I, like so many others, have learned, one must tread cautiously. For, in the fervor of this relentless blaze, I came perilously close to incinerating the very facets of life that bring balance and warmth, such as the integrity of my family or my relationships with my oldest friends. The delicate art is in harnessing the flame's brilliance to illuminate without allowing it to consume, a lesson hard-won but invaluable. Yours sincerely, DocT _ Process and media: Each work is the outcome of a specifically designed multi-step process, which includes the creation of a series of base images with MJ and/or SD, the partial blending of the base image drafts and their different elements, and comprehensive post-editing and digital painting using Corel, Photoshop, and other editing tools. _ Of note: Some works may also be available as separate physical art prints in the future, which would not include the NFT. The latter can be considered the digital equivalent of a highly refined sketch for any subsequent physical pieces.