Using oil painting as an expression of their identity, Gemma seeks to convey aspects of their emotional state to the world that they do not yet fully understand within themself, hoping to work them out through the manipulation of paint. Within the strict confines of using a dead pallet and two pears as the subject of The Lovers, Gemma attempts to convey a feeling of serenity and comfort, influenced by Edward Weston’s Pepper No. 14. Pulling from a more personal place of inspiration within the creation of The Moon, the subject matter holds great significance within its underlying symbolism and dark background. The cold and hard yet fragile cherub sculpture is a symbol of the dichotomy between youth and longevity as well as having been assigned the role of protector of The Garden of Eden within Abrahamic religions. By its side is the tarot card The Moon, which signifies a person’s subconscious undercurrents as well as representing the artist’s astrological sun and moon sign, Pisces. Pairing an eternal protector of mystical ignorance with a symbol of psychological shadows is a play on Gemma’s lack of understanding regarding their own levels of intelligence.