Although it may not have been the intention, as I french major I see correlation between artworks from various regions of the world and the francophone world. I especially notice this in artworks depicting bright flowers and colors. I associate these vivid works with the themes of youth and new beginnings. I see a connection to the Mardi Gras within these paintings, as a cultural practice during the Mardi Gras is to burn flowers. The burning of the flowers symbolizes the burning of sins and fresh beginnings in a person’s life. This connection makes me wonder where other cultural connections can be made in other pieces of art, despite the intention of the artist.