"So I'll Be On My Way" (2024): Inspired by Alex Clark's Too Close, this piece captures the internal struggle between release and restraint. The figure hugs their leg, bound in a futomomo tie, squeezing it tightly as if caught in a moment of deep contemplation. Beside them, a pair of rope shears lies on the ground, hinting at the possibility of severing ties—whether from a relationship, toxicity, or a source of inner turmoil. The fiery palette of red, orange, yellow, and bright blue intensifies the scene, reflecting the emotional heat of the decision. By Nadia Vanilla, part of the Echotherea intimata series. © Nadia Vanilla 2024. All rights reserved.

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So I’ll Be On My Way

“So I’ll Be On My Way” explores the internal conflict between the allure of freedom and the sensations tied to restraint. A figure is present, bound, with one leg reaching toward liberation, while nearby rope shears hint at the possibility of release. This piece embodies the push and pull between the desire to address the uncomfortable and intense sensations that come with being bound. It illustrates the inner turmoil of wanting to engage deeply while simultaneously yearning for the escape.

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