The title juxtaposes the imagery of summer and winter, suggesting a contrast between warmth and cold, vitality and dormancy.
In this work Tine Vandamme explores the idea of finding beauty and joy even in the midst of difficult or challenging circumstances. It symbolizes resilience and the ability to find moments of brightness and warmth even in the coldest of times.
Despite the barrenness of winter, the presence of the flowers suggests the promise of new life and growth. Hope is here. Hope for better times. The unknown female figure emphasizes the resilience and nurturing qualities often associated with femininity.
It is also an exploration of Perception and Reality: as the title suggests the woman "feels like" a summer bouquet in winter time, implying a disconnect between perception and reality. The artwork is exploring the subjective nature of perception and the ways in which our emotions and experiences shape how we interpret the world around us. The absence of the woman's face symbolizes a dreamlike or introspective state, inviting viewers to reflect on their own perceptions and experiences of beauty and warmth.