Forest for the Trees

I wanted to delve into the profound folly of humanity. Amidst a blazing wildfire, a man still decides to light his own fire. Embroidered sparks fly. He is the embodiment of apathy in the face of impending disaster. The materials used speak to the burning (cotton and paper) and the burnt (charcoal). Ships matted and framed.

Image size: 9×12
Framed size: 15×18

This piece was one of 26 selected for “ON EDGE,” an annual juried exhibition of contemporary work by artists residing in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region who are pushing the boundaries of material and concept.