"Hello neighbor" (2014), acrylic and mixed media on canvas
2 panels, each 6 x 6 in.
Here is another one of my paintings from my "telephone" series. I don't really know what to call this series yet, but I do know that it's an exploration of connection, communication and relationships. If you like these, connect with me on Facebook to stay up to date on my latest works.
Anyways, I can still remember my primary school days long before cellphones where I'd spend hours chatting on the phone with my friends. Although I saw them nearly everyday, it was a different experience to chat with them on the phone, mostly because it was a one-to-one conversation and none of our other friends were around. We could talk about the things that only matter to the two of us, exchange opinions and thoughts freely, and sometimes gossip about our other friends (Ok I admit, we mostly gossiped about our other friends and teachers. We were kids, don't judge.. and you know you still do it even as an adult!). As primary school kids whose lives were mostly school, homework, extra activities that parents sign you up for (like piano lessons), and family time, these carefree phone conversations were precious moments of like-minded connection that today are few and far between.
So who were these friends of yours? Are you still in touch with them? Have you grown closer over the years (decades for some!) or become mere acquaintances? Who are your close friends now? How are you connecting with them?
Pick up the phone and call someone just to chat for a bit!
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