MAMA, Sittie Mariam B.

HUMSS 11—3

This art conveys deep emotions and symbolism. The masks around the
woman represent the facade people often wear to conceal their true feelings and
identities. The woman with a crumbling mask suggests the struggle to maintain her
facade, thus showing her inner turmoil represented by the dark void inside,
exposing her emptiness and darkness within. The woman lying on the floor
embodies vulnerability, sorrow, despair, isolation, and catharsis. The two figures
underground symbolize the loss of identity or the feeling of being disconnected
from oneself. The different colors in their hair represent different personas.

Then, there are tarot cards falling from above that express a sense of losing
control over one's fate or destiny, mirroring the feeling of chaos and uncertainty in
the face of inner conflict and identity crises. It also symbolizes transformation and
change. The ones scattered on the floor signify the unraveling or fragmentation of
one's sense of self. The Fool card represents the beginning of the journey,
innocence, and a leap into the unknown. It could symbolize the initial stages of the
inner conflict and the protagonist's willingness to embark on a journey of self-
discovery despite the uncertainties ahead. The moon card represents intuition,
illusion, and the subconscious mind. It could suggest a period of introspection and
exploration of the deeper, hidden aspects of the psyche. The tower card facing up
symbolizes a sudden upheaval and destruction of old structures. It indicates a
pivotal moment of crisis or revelation where existing norms and expectations are
shattered, leading to profound change and transformation. The Hanged Man card
symbolizes surrender, sacrifice, and gaining new perspectives. Its presence facing
up suggests a moment of surrender or acceptance. It signifies the realization of the
need to let go of old patterns and perspectives in order to attain greater
understanding and enlightenment.