Breath of spring - HelaSize: 80 x 80 cm Medium: Acrylic on canvas Alongside her still lifes, Hela has developed a second body of work consisting of expressive flower paintings in oil pastel. Influenced by nature, these works embrace a more organic and intuitive approach. For Hela, flowers symbolize the beauty of impermanence ,their short lived bloom serving as a gentle reminder to slow down, remain present, and cherish the fleeting moments of everyday life.