What Moves the Living
Ink and Gouache on Paper
22x30 inch framed ink illustration visual art
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"What Moves the Living" came to me during a time of loss, and that's what I expected as it evolved, but my mind and heart felt conflicted with pouring those emotions into my process. What evolved was a refreshing surprise.
As I explored the spontaneous lines, the first element to emerge was the large hand; it reached out to me and welcomed me to create a piece about intimate connection. I didn't know it yet, but this piece would be about same-sex, male intimacy.
Excitedly, I discovered the flamingo within the piece, which is when I learned that flamingo's are bisexual. The flamingo plumage brings balancing texture to the negative space of the piece. I'm in love with the complement of flamboyancy introduced by the Flamingo. And with these elements emerging, the queer representation of the piece became apparent.
I created "What Moves the Living" during a time of intimate loss. To create a piece that shows softness, connection, and intimacy felt grounding. I feel grateful for the moments I've had with "What Moves the Living" and the opportunity for authenticity and visibility honoring and representing my fellow members of the LGBTQ community.
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Buying and Hanging Tips
- Hang this piece of art where its representation might nourish you throughout the day: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Living Room, Study, Entryway.
- Choose an accent wall on which the contrast draws you and your visitors to its beauty.
Visual Description of "What Moves the Living"
The image captures the fine details of the elements within "What Moves the Living." The head of a Flamingo, a male hand reaching toward the viewer, two male bodies are shown. One body is central to the piece, showing the buttocks and parts of his legs, the torso of this man leans forward slightly. The other man's torso, abdomen, genitals, and parts of his legs are shown. two male hands grasped gently together, the video follows the same mans torso, exposing his genitals, the torso is angled slightly appearing to be laying back with one leg bent upward. The video reveals another man's body, first the viewer sees his right leg bent forward slightly, followed by the buttocks. Finally, in the lower left corner of the drawing, another man's hand is shown grasping the Flamingo's wing, and the details of the Flamingo's plumage fills the remaining negative space. Shading of the elements leverages densely spaced, parallel fine lines, and pointillism is used within the negative space to add texture.