Rite of Passage 

"Rite of Passage" is a surrealist painting by contemporary artist Sarah Joncas. The artwork features a young girl with a melancholic expression holding a dead bird in her hands. The girl is standing in front of an expansive cityscape, which is dominated by a series of fluffy white clouds. The artwork's overall tone is one of quiet contemplation and a sense of loss. Joncas' work often explores themes of childhood, memory, and the passage of time. This painting, in particular, may be interpreted as a reflection on the fragility of life and the inevitable cycle of loss and renewal. The use of muted colors and realistic detail adds to the haunting beauty of the composition.