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Thread of Humanity - 2023
26 in x 26 in / Acrylic on Canvas, red thread and buttons. Price: $5,500.00 For more information about this painting scroll down. |
In this profound piece, I've meticulously crafted 16 portraits capturing the essence of diverse individuals — spanning age, gender, and ethnicity, including both children and adults with varying sexual orientations. These portraits beautifully reflect the rich tapestry of humanity.
The driving force behind this artwork is the exploration of the profound connections that bind us all together, irrespective of differences in skin color, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation. "Threads of Humanity" underscores the universal truth that, at our core, we are all human.
The portraits seamlessly merge into one another, a symbolic representation of interconnectedness and unity. Each portrait is intricately woven with a vivid red thread, symbolizing the shared blood that runs through our veins, connecting every individual in a common thread of existence. Importantly, this red thread extends to a black button, symbolizing connections that may have occurred in the past, present, or are yet to unfold in the future.
The driving force behind this artwork is the exploration of the profound connections that bind us all together, irrespective of differences in skin color, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation. "Threads of Humanity" underscores the universal truth that, at our core, we are all human.
The portraits seamlessly merge into one another, a symbolic representation of interconnectedness and unity. Each portrait is intricately woven with a vivid red thread, symbolizing the shared blood that runs through our veins, connecting every individual in a common thread of existence. Importantly, this red thread extends to a black button, symbolizing connections that may have occurred in the past, present, or are yet to unfold in the future.
Self Portrait, a very difficult day
Vince & Homer
Malcolm
Malcolm Watson - The Barefoot Dancing Violinist
Malcolm Watson - The Barefoot Dancing Violinist
"Commonalities of Human Conditions" was the title of this 16 portraits I created for a solo exhibition in 2022.
... but something felt missing.
So, I decided to cut up each portrait. I thought the message I wanted to show wasn't coming through the way I wanted. Taking them apart was like a little experiment.
Then, I got a new idea.
I place all the pieces together on a big canvas. Sewing them together took some time, but I wanted everything to
fit just right.
The portraits were linked by red strings and buttons to show this connection across time – the past, present, and future.
And that's how I came up with the final name... "Threads of Humanity"
... but something felt missing.
So, I decided to cut up each portrait. I thought the message I wanted to show wasn't coming through the way I wanted. Taking them apart was like a little experiment.
Then, I got a new idea.
I place all the pieces together on a big canvas. Sewing them together took some time, but I wanted everything to
fit just right.
The portraits were linked by red strings and buttons to show this connection across time – the past, present, and future.
And that's how I came up with the final name... "Threads of Humanity"
