Copy of Colors and Contemplation: Deciphering a Meditation in Art

In the world of contemporary art, it is often the unexpected that seizes our attention and beckons us to explore the intricacies of meaning and the depths of the artist's intentions. Such is the case with this wall-sized painting, inviting viewers into a realm of thought-provoking imagery and symbolism. A woman sits in meditation, vertically holding a heart before her, her feet clad in fuzzy socks. Yet, it is not just her posture that captivates but the environment that surrounds her, a crooked room filled with dense and flat shapes that beg us to decipher their significance.

This captivating piece of art is a testament to the artist's profound ability to weave narratives through a visual medium. As we delve into the heart of the image, we find ourselves traversing a labyrinth of emotions, thoughts, and questions that resonate deeply with the themes presented in Melissa Harris-Perry's book, "Sister Citizen." Harris-Perry writes:

"The crooked room is a place where our perception, our identity, is constantly challenged, where we must contort ourselves to fit into a space that was never designed for us. It is a place where the world insists on seeing us in a distorted light, and we, too, often begin to see ourselves as misshapen."

These words resonate powerfully with this work, for it is a visual representation of the crooked room that exists not only in the mind but in the complex web of societal expectations and personal transformation. The crooked room is manifested in the slanted angles of the room's architecture, where the woman sits in meditation, holding a heart that symbolizes vulnerability and self-discovery.

Take a moment to consider the artist's choice of colors—a bright green sofa against the backdrop of a brilliant orange wall. It speaks to the duality of identity, doesn't it? The dense and flat shapes scattered throughout the room mirror the complexities of human existence and the multifaceted nature of the self. It's a reflection of the artist's own journey.

Notice the green fuzzy runner on the floor, leading our gaze through the crooked room. It reminds us of the artist's path—a path marked by comfort and uncertainty, but ultimately a path toward self-realization. The purple wall that frames the window, overlooking the tops of trees through blue curtains, represents the artist's newfound perspective, the clarity achieved through meditation and introspection.

And those disconnected hardwood floors—they mirror the dissonance felt when one embarks on a journey of self-discovery that challenges societal norms and contradicting

expectations. The image on the wall, titled "EYE AM," serves as a mirror to the woman's own self-exploration, reflecting her innermost thoughts and emotions.

In this artwork, the artist not only breaks free from perceptions but also invites us to question our own perceptions of identity and societal expectations. In its crookedness, we find a profound beauty that challenges us to see beyond the surface and embrace the complexities of the human experience, just as Harris-Perry's words have challenged us to do so in her insightful book, "Sister Citizen."