Broken dreams

This one started out as the fall of Icarus consideration, but I decided to broaden its meaning. I am particularly satisfied with how it turned out – painting flowers, butterflies, puppies and, obviously, feathers is not something I am inclined to do. I tried not to paint it beautifully (as if this were a problem :)) and I think it is precisely this that differentiates the work from what would otherwise undoubtedly turn out to be a kitsch. It also accentuates the said brokenness.