Friday, April 9, 2010

The Unseen - Edward Burton

For Adebanji Alade whose moleskin is about the homeless and poverty. I thought the juxtaposition of the two different existences made a compelling contrast.

10 comments:

  1. Great eye opener of what our world has if we do not care to look. May we be compelled to do more than just walk by.
    Love your piece Edward

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  2. It makes a very compelling contrast. The figure in the back is quite haunting, and keeps pulling me in. You've really delineated their separate existences in a shared world. Well done.

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  3. A wonderful painting and subject, Edward. Great title too...to help us be more aware and compassionate.

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  4. Comming from Santa Monica, we do care.
    We are giving shelter and 3 meals a day.If they are clean. No drugs.
    Hate to think that the lucky ones, dont care.
    What a strong piece.Your point is very clear.

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  5. Very compelling indeed, Edward...it's wonderful!

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  6. I agree Edward, you have made a statement that makes each of us stop and think. Very, very nice.

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  7. The contrast is clear, what a touching piece. Nobody notices that guy in the background, but he is there, they are worlds apart!
    Great piece!

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  8. This is a very strong piece Ed, with the muted colours of the figure in the back underlining the fact that he is perceived as being not as important in our society.

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  9. Your style here reminds me a little of one of my favorite children's book illustrators - Chris Van Allsburgh. Nice work, Edward.

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  10. Ed, the quality of your artwork is outstanding as usual, but your adaptation of Adebanji's theme is right on target. Through some quirk of fate, or set of circumstances, a portion of our society has been relegated to outcast and homeless status. They, too, have their story...and usually a sad one. Those that consider themselves fortunate, too often turn a deaf ear and a blind sight to the plight. Your artwork serves well to illustrate this.

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