Cracks in flesh seem to be random and not affected by light sources. Flames don't seem to be affecting those vulnerable wings.

I think the surrealist aspect of this piece is astounding. The blending of the sources is well done, and I personally love that the wings are unaffected by the flames, like the mythological pheonix. However, it would change the entire mood of the piece if they were. A few tatters and perhaps some loose feathers perhaps set to flame along the edges...would dramatically change the entire mood. It would go from an enlightening surreal with a hopeful tone to a dark surreal laced with defeat. I have to say I like the feelings it portrays now, but can also see its counterpart as well.

very very nice surrealism...lovely colors author....gl

In symbolism the realism is secondary, cause otherwise it would interfere with the message.
The Fire is a burning desire, which doesn't affect the Wings of hope, but lack of patience makes your skin itchy and like you're crumbling inside, while the Fruit- object of desire is well rooted in your mind. No head = loosing it for something you want.
Someday you gotta tell us where you get all this inspiration, I can't come up with stuff like this unless I've really in love.
@ jade: "a dark surreal laced with defeat" would mean giving up on dreams/desires, an attitude I don't recommend -that would be loosing Patience .

Very lovely composition and concept.

Congrats for 1st

Congrats!!

Congrats Matteo lovely work

Congrats on yet another first place!!!

Congratulations!

Congratulations on 1st place!

Congrats ... lovely work, sorry I wasn't around sooner to comment but was laid up for a while and not able to use my computer much. Great image though!!!!

Thank you so much guys Don't worry Arca all your comments are welcome no matter how late they are

very very nice!