For Alexandra Rose Held Breath acts as a reflection on the entrapment and suffering of those caught in the dire situation of occupied Gaza. The balloons represent lungs and the human body, fragile and full of life, while the black net enclosing them symbolizes the suffocating grip of war and devastation. The suspended moment before the balloons fall alludes to the world holding its collective breath, witnessing the horrors of occupation and destruction, while yearning for a ceasefire and resolution. The tension between anticipation and the restraint of joy mirrors the reality of borders and rubble, underscoring the ongoing struggle for freedom and self-determination.
