This painting is part of the series 'Catalyst'. The series expresses the concept of emotions and feelings as a catalyst to our actions. The series explores the representation of these human emotions through body language and facial expressions unique to them. Colour symbolism, composition and orientation play a big part of how the paintings are preceived and help express the emotions more clearly to the viewer.
This particular portrait represents the overwhelming emotion of joy.
The background is a vibrant yellow hue that is often associated with emotions such as joy and happiness. The composition is centered in a way that makes the subject matter appear engulfed in the yellow hue surrounded by happiness.