Drowning

An original 16x20 painting that reflects the suffocating grip of alcohol abuse. It explores how, in the face of pain, it can feel easier to turn to something that promises relief—only to become dependent on it. Alcohol doesn’t truly take the pain or memories away; it only numbs them for a moment, leaving them to return heavier than before.

The piece captures the exhausting cycle of escape and aftermath, where each attempt to cope deepens the feeling of being trapped. Yet within that struggle, there is still a sense of possibility—a reminder that even the strongest cycles can be broken, and that it’s possible to find your way back to yourself.