Sustained Theme: Why do we at times have more genuine interactions with strangers than those we are supposedly close to?
Weight of the World
This piece relates to my big idea by expressing one of the reasons people may become isolated by those they love or are present in their lives. My sustained is an exploration of why people are not genuine with those in their life and, in turn, turn to strangers to express themselves to.
This piece is meant to convey the feeling of being overwhelmed by those who rely on you. The woman has become like the earth with "moons" representing other people who use her gravity to maintain stability.
Dimensions: 18x24 in Media: Acrylic Paint, Oil Pastel, Colored Pencil Completed April, 2023 (Original Submission: Jan, 2023)