' Skull and Butterfly painting: A Gleam of Hope ' is a poignant painting featuring a weathered skull, unearthed from dark soil and illuminated by a gentle light. This "memento mori" (reminder of death) depicts a skull marked by time, its origins and cause of death unknown, representing nameless suffering. A delicate yellow butterfly softly perches atop the skull, a stark contrast to the heaviness of time, misery, and the darkness surrounding the skull. The artist expresses the belief that even in the face of misfortune, nameless woe, and unfairness, there is the potential for eventual revelation and blessing – a "gleam of hope" in the end. The purple background evokes a sense of uniqueness, while the overall stillness and serenity of the composition highlight the contrast between the lightness of hope and the weight of mortality, symbolizing resilience amidst life's hardships.