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Essential Truths is a one-of-a-kind 4" x 6" mixed media collage that combines the bold simplicity of a Pantone color card with the introspection of blackout poetry. A striking crimson backdrop frames the silhouette of an anonymous figure whose story is both concealed and revealed through carefully redacted text.
At the heart of the piece is a blackout poem that explores the layers of identity we carry throughout our lives. The remaining words speak of family, selfhood, creativity, and ultimately freedom. By obscuring most of the original text, the poem transforms an existing narrative into something deeply personal—a reminder that our truest stories are often discovered by choosing what to keep rather than what to erase. The figure becomes a symbol of every person learning to separate expectations from authenticity and finding the courage to embrace their own voice.
The vivid red background evokes passion, vulnerability, and resilience, while the bold black blackout lines represent the editing we all do—of memories, emotions, and experiences—to uncover what matters most. Together, the visual composition and poetry invite the viewer to pause, reflect, and discover their own meaning within the spaces left behind.
Mounted to a sturdy 4" x 6" wooden panel and finished with a crystal-clear, high-gloss resin coating, this original artwork has a luminous depth that enhances the colors while protecting the collage for years to come. It can be displayed on a shelf, easel, or gallery wall, making it a meaningful addition to any collection of contemporary collage, literary art, or mixed media work.
Details:
Original handmade Pantone collage
Original blackout poetry
High-gloss resin finish
Mounted on a 4" x 6" wooden panel
Ready to display on a shelf, easel, or wall
Essential Truths is a one-of-a-kind 4" x 6" mixed media collage that combines the bold simplicity of a Pantone color card with the introspection of blackout poetry. A striking crimson backdrop frames the silhouette of an anonymous figure whose story is both concealed and revealed through carefully redacted text.
At the heart of the piece is a blackout poem that explores the layers of identity we carry throughout our lives. The remaining words speak of family, selfhood, creativity, and ultimately freedom. By obscuring most of the original text, the poem transforms an existing narrative into something deeply personal—a reminder that our truest stories are often discovered by choosing what to keep rather than what to erase. The figure becomes a symbol of every person learning to separate expectations from authenticity and finding the courage to embrace their own voice.
The vivid red background evokes passion, vulnerability, and resilience, while the bold black blackout lines represent the editing we all do—of memories, emotions, and experiences—to uncover what matters most. Together, the visual composition and poetry invite the viewer to pause, reflect, and discover their own meaning within the spaces left behind.
Mounted to a sturdy 4" x 6" wooden panel and finished with a crystal-clear, high-gloss resin coating, this original artwork has a luminous depth that enhances the colors while protecting the collage for years to come. It can be displayed on a shelf, easel, or gallery wall, making it a meaningful addition to any collection of contemporary collage, literary art, or mixed media work.
Details:
Original handmade Pantone collage
Original blackout poetry
High-gloss resin finish
Mounted on a 4" x 6" wooden panel
Ready to display on a shelf, easel, or wall