How close can one get to another person?

Will we ever be close enough to know everything about someone?

How close are you?

 I began exploring the concept of ‘Closeness’ in relation towards memories. We experience moments spent with other people in our lives that we deem precious or memorable-Closeness. However the idea of being close to someone can be an ironic one. Being Close in proximity or close(d) up can mean entirely different things.

In my paintings, i want to portray this uncomfortable balance where being close could be comforting or hurtful to recall. Uneasy peace… 

Was it nice to have been close to someone? 

Does it bring back the pain?