Dissociation

This painting depicts the world’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. It shows a gradual, yet drastic change in emotions, lifestyles and perception of reality. The painting is dominated by a crowd of people, all facing towards the unknown and moving towards it. The different facial expressions portray what we endured during this time and how we coped with it. Whether we were lost and worried or insouciant, the impact on the long term is what stood out more. That is, the way our feelings shaped us to be who we are post-pandemic. The painting depicts the gradual but drastic change in the way we live our lives and perceive reality as a result of this pandemic. Despite the challenges and difficulties depicted in the painting, there is a sense of hope and resilience that shines through. The small ways coming out of the faces and homes represent the search for hope and a better future, a determination to continue moving forward even in the midst of hardship. To be able to control our own mind is a power by itself, but to recover from a lost mind is a much higher power.

The Pandemic Collection #1

Original

Unframed

Measurements: 30 x 40 inches (76.2 x 101.6 cm)

Materials: Acrylic on stretched canvas