In the colorful mosaic that makes up most cities are the homeless that are often overlooked and ignored as we go about our daily lives. I snapped this photo in San Francisco, noticing how this sleeping homeless man seemed to disappear against the graffiti filled wall as the young woman walked by seemingly unaware of the sleeping man.
My world is filled with color...color is a metaphor for the relationships I cherish along with my art.In contrast, this man's life seems to be colorless, that is why I chose to paint him in black and white.
This is for Adebanji Alade's "Flying Moleskin", with the theme being homelessness, hope you like it Adebanji!
Great thinking "out of the box"! Love the unique concept of this.
ReplyDeleteDean is right. Out of the box.
ReplyDeleteAlways great ideas from you Dana.
Your work is beautiful.
A very strong piece, Dana. Well done.
ReplyDeleteOh, I love it. it has such a strong message too. If we care to look behond the ovious but are we willing ? Well done Dana
ReplyDeleteA very strong addition to Adebanji's book, excellent concept and painting.
ReplyDeleteAn interesting approach to the subject, Dana. A creative use and non-use of color. Well portrayed and stated.
ReplyDeleteSuper job on this Dana. It really conveys the message well, and your clever black and white isolated area, highlights it even more.
ReplyDeleteThis is really really cool, Sorry I couldn't comment earlier I have been megabusy.
ReplyDeleteThe beauty of thi piece just lies in that colour zone where that homeless guy gets lost! It means so much and works well in the overall composition, Thanks Dana!
I must have had something interrupt me when I was going to comment on this the other day and I'm just now getting back here! As always you have done an exceptional job, Dana. The box was a perfect way to convey your message. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteI was going to comment earlier, but an afternoon thunderstorm delayed me. This is a very neat spin on the subject...and you;ve carried it off just great. Dana...you're a wiz!
ReplyDeleteGreat painting, Dana! So well thought-out with an important message. Love the vivid color, too!
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