Michael Edwards

Roots is a hauntingly poetic exploration of rebirth, identity, and the deep connection between the human spirit and nature. Lingua masterfully balances delicate beauty with raw vulnerability, depicting a woman submerged in water with a bouquet of roses blooming from her chest. Above the surface, the florals suggest life, love, and renewal—but below, the stems drip like ink, veins, or even wounds, grounding the image in a surreal duality.

The vibrant golden-yellow coat contrasts with the tranquil greens and deep reds, creating an emotional push-pull between brightness and heaviness. Her closed eyes and serene expression convey surrender, transformation, and perhaps a quiet defiance—an offering of the self to something deeper. The waterline bisecting her body symbolizes the divide between the external world and one’s inner emotional terrain.

Roots is a stunning representation of Lingua’s signature visual language: hyper-detailed ink work, surreal symbolism, and evocative storytelling. It speaks to those who feel deeply, who bloom despite their burdens, and who find strength in vulnerability.