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2020 was marred by global challenges, from the COVID-19 pandemic's health and economic ramifications to widespread protests against racial injustice. The year also saw heightened political divisions, significant environmental concerns, including wildfires, and a rising mental health crisis due to pandemic-induced stressors. This series of events underscored the interconnected nature of contemporary issues and pushed societies, worldwide, to navigate unprecedented changes. This is my response.
YPNGTLWIHTS utilizes mezzotint, an age-old intaglio technique that brings forth images from darkness. Burning homes, cars, and other personal identifiers take our place in the isolated and desolate landscapes, echoing prevalent themes of loss and despair. Viewers of the work, like onlookers at the scene, are invited to pay witness.
In preparing for this project, I was continually reminded of Goya, who unveiled the horrific realities of his era, and traces of his influence are present throughout. Without drawing direct comparisons, my objective is to emphasize the importance of understanding events in their historical context. This is my attempt to achieve that in copper, with ink, on paper.
You’re probably not going to like what I have to say…
YPNGTLWIHTS utilizes mezzotint, an age-old intaglio technique that brings forth images from darkness. Burning homes, cars, and other personal identifiers take our place in the isolated and desolate landscapes, echoing prevalent themes of loss and despair. Viewers of the work, like onlookers at the scene, are invited to pay witness.
In preparing for this project, I was continually reminded of Goya, who unveiled the horrific realities of his era, and traces of his influence are present throughout. Without drawing direct comparisons, my objective is to emphasize the importance of understanding events in their historical context. This is my attempt to achieve that in copper, with ink, on paper.
You’re probably not going to like what I have to say…
