The background of the canvas is dominated by a devastated land, in a palette of dark and somber reds that suggests a sense of desolation and despair. The intense and deep tones convey the density and suffering of a world in ruins.

At the center of the composition, a family becomes the focal point of the painting. They are positioned as if opening an imaginary fabric curtain.

This symbolic act represents the transition from a reality of pain and devastation to a new hope. The curtain serves as a crucial element, acting as a barrier between chaos and the promise of a better future.

Behind the curtain, the scene reveals a striking contrast: a lush and vibrant land, bathed in the light of a radiant day. This idealized landscape symbolizes hope and the promise of a new beginning, representing the relentless search for a safe home and a dignified life.

The painting captures the struggle and hope of refugees and immigrants, illustrating the difficult journey and the pursuit of a better future. Through an intense visual narrative, it expresses the duality between adversity and the hope for renewed life.

Felipe Batista (Maringá/PR)
Traditional and digital illustrator, trained in Theology and Visual Arts.
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Artwork presented in 2024 at the VIII Refugees Forum
Theme: “The Hope That Moves Us”