A man's fear

a man's fear

This artwork represents a man's fear of death, which stems not only from his desire to keep living, but also from the regret of leaving behind a life he has yet to finish.

The translucent figure, seemingly being pulled upward while screaming, symbolizes a soul gradually departing from the world. Beneath him, however, stand children in front of a grave, representing the life and responsibilities left behind. They become the reason his departure feels incomplete—as though a part of him still longs to return.

The yellow light cutting through the darkness represents the boundary between life and death. On one hand, it can be understood as a path toward death. On the other, it becomes something that draws the figure away from the people who still need him.

This artwork questions the nature of our fear of death: are we afraid of losing our lives, or are we afraid of leaving behind things that remain unfinished?

Ultimately, death in this artwork is not merely about the end of life, but also about the dreams, responsibilities, and burdens we still wish to fulfill.