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A multi-panel collage depicting various scenes: Japanese lanterns in a forest, colorful Día de los Muertos altars with sugar skulls, a man and a veiled woman reaching out under a full moon, and hands emerging from dark soil.

A multi-panel collage depicting various scenes: Japanese lanterns in a forest, colorful Día de los Muertos altars with sugar skulls, a man and a veiled woman reaching out under a full moon, and hands emerging from dark soil.

The guiding lanterns of Obon Festival, the journey begins with a sense of peace and direction, where spirits are gently led forward. This transitions into the vibrant celebration of Día de los Muertos, where death is not feared but embraced through remembrance, color, and connection with loved ones. The tone then shifts with the tragic story of Orpheus and Eurydice, representing the grief and longing that often accompany loss. Finally, elements inspired by the Jewish folktale The Finger (Dead Bride) introduce a sense of mystery and unease, reflecting humanity’s fear of the unknown. Voir plus