About a Painting... More Alike Than Not Alike

While working on this piece I was reflecting on a thought that has often crossed my mind. It is this... When we as citizens put more emphasis on our perceived differences rather than our similarities, we leave ourselves vulnerable to those who would cynically exploit an all too human tendency to blame the "Other".

Here is an excerpt from Maya Angelou's "Human Family" which inspired the title for this piece...

I note the obvious differences

between each sort and type,

but we are more alike, my friends,

than we are unalike.

More Alike Than Not Alike
12 x 12"
Casein on Birch Panel

About a Painting... Frontier

In “Frontier” I've used the opening barrier as a metaphor for the ability to move beyond the boundaries of rigid thinking...  to give appropriate consideration to new schools of thought with regard to science, governance and social dynamics. 

It is wise to consider the contributions of various cultures and nations without prejudice and undue influence. 

The image also references the literal freedom to move without excessive restriction from place to place... to experience different geographic locations and peoples, and to foster diplomacy, cooperation and understanding.

Frontier
8 x 8"
Casein on Birch Panel
photo by Jay York