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Okhuwa is a Tewa word that conveys the idea of breath, life force, and the animating presence that connects people, the natural world, and the spiritual realm. More than physical respiration, Okhuwa refers to the vital energy that sustains existence and links all beings in a shared cycle. In Tewa thought, breath is sacred—it carries prayers, songs, and words, shaping relationships between humans, the earth, and the cosmos. The concept reflects an understanding that life is not separate from the environment but flows through it, continuously renewed like the air we breathe. Okhuwa #3 invites viewers to contemplate this interconnected vitality, encouraging reflection on the unseen but deeply felt forces that bind us together. In honoring Okhuwa, the work celebrates balance, reciprocity, and reverence for the fragile yet powerful essence of life itself.