2024 Made by artist Carla Broeckx, Artica. (available from oktober 2025) 120x70x3 cm. (made in Spain) title: "The Keeper of Secrets" beautifully resonates with my personal sentiment. It reflects both the power of holding on to things and the desire for transformation: learning to set boundaries effectively. The portrait captures this inner tension with its bold, surreal design, emphasizing the complexity of self-expression and growth. These can symbolize not only the secrets I keep, but also my untold needs and unspoken boundaries that I am learning to express. The large, expressive eyes represent the awareness and introspection needed for this process, while the vibrant lips hint at the power of communication waiting to emerge.