The Cry

2022 | Charcoal & Mixed Media on Paper, unframed

The artwork tries to pose a question of humanity, whether we are still humans or robots. Artificial intelligence is our future but we need to address the underlying question, "will it save or destroy humanity?" I drew the inspiration from my past experiences where I was always using the phone (technology), first thing in the morning and last thing before bed, and rarely physically interacted with fellow human beings. A point came when I would feel bad when the battery ran low and I'd cry out for a charger...almost as though technology had become a part of me. This work on paper is sold unframed; we recommend framing behind glass for protection and longevity of the work.

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