Description: This painting presents a haunting vision of the future - a world where urbanization and overpopulation force wildlife to abandon their natural habitats and navigate the chaos of human cities. In a metropolis, a mother polar bear leads her two babies across a busy street, their ethereal white forms starkly contrasting the cold, gray cityscape. The choice of depicting a mother bear with her two babies is no coincidence, it symbolizes both resilience and vulnerability. The mother represents nature’s enduring strength, fiercely protecting her young, while the two polar bear kids evoke a sense of innocence and fragility, emphasizing what is at stake if we continue to encroach on the natural world. Their steps on the slick asphalt mirror the uncertain future that lies ahead for countless species displaced by human expansion. The muted, monochromatic palette of the urban environment highlights the unnatural setting for these majestic creatures, while their reflections in the wet pavement hint at the melting ice caps and the devastating consequences of climate change. “Exodus” compels viewers to reflect on a stark and plausible future, asking what happens when humanity’s insatiable growth forces even the most iconic symbols of the wild into the heart of human civilization. It serves as both a warning and a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness between humans and nature, urging us to take responsibility before it is too late. Oil on canvas, 79x90cm, year: 2020