There are many symbols and meanings in this painting.
Red is a symbol of masculinity in nature. It expresses the element of Fire - just as bright, hot, warming. Blue is a symbol of the feminine principle. It means complete calmness, contentment, serenity. The use of red and blue colors symbolizes the unity and compatibility of the opposite elements - Fire and Water, which represent an active, hot masculine and passive, cold feminine principle.
Kalina is a tree of the Ukrainian genus. Viburnum berries are red, which symbolizes the immortality of the family. Kalina is a symbol of life, blood, fire. Kalina symbolizes: the bush is the mother herself; flowers, berries - children. Kalina personifies Ukraine itself. A thorn bush with berries is a symbol of overcoming difficulties and trials.
I wanted to tell with this picture how often we forget about our roots, about what surrounds us, about pain and tears born of war, bad attitude to nature and the world around us. And that every moment of this life is wonderful and valuable!
