Estrangement is the experience of feeling disconnected or cut off from the outside world. This feeling of alienation draws attention to the many difficulties people encounter when attempting to connect with others and their surroundings. Although estrangement can vary from person to person, it can affect many facets of our life today such as our personal relationships and how we engage with the world around us. "Flowers in My Heart: Stories of Estrangement" is a short collection of narratives that uses bold color, typography, and illustration to explore the themes of estrangement in a deeply personal way. Each page is a canvas that intertwines these personal narratives with the emotions and experiences felt by these people. These stories examine the complex nature of human relationships and the impact of separation such as the distancing of once-close friends to fractured familial ties. From delicate brushstrokes to bold strokes of ink, every illustration tells a story within a story, inviting readers to delve deeper into the emotions that connect and divide us.

This project is not just a short collection of stories– it's an experience that draws readers to feel and reflect on the universal human experience of longing, loss, and the search for connection.