RETNA Make Your Mark on the World, 2014
Acrylic on canvas
Literature: In an uncharacteristically vibrant palette, RETNA creates a rainbow warren of words without literal translation. Reminiscent of Islamic calligraphy, medieval illumination, and ancient cuneiform, the glyphs defy interpretation. Yet, this unknowability makes the work universally relatable, relying on the emotions that connect us all, regardless of language. The graffiti artist’s unusually lively color choices are due to a collaboration with several children who aided in painting this work, a piece included in the P.S. ARTS’ “Express Yourself" fundraiser, intended to improve arts education in Southern California public schools and underserved communities.
Dimensions: 48 x 60 in (121.92 x 152.4 cm)
signature info: Signed, titled, and dated on verso
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Acrylic on canvas
Literature: In an uncharacteristically vibrant palette, RETNA creates a rainbow warren of words without literal translation. Reminiscent of Islamic calligraphy, medieval illumination, and ancient cuneiform, the glyphs defy interpretation. Yet, this unknowability makes the work universally relatable, relying on the emotions that connect us all, regardless of language. The graffiti artist’s unusually lively color choices are due to a collaboration with several children who aided in painting this work, a piece included in the P.S. ARTS’ “Express Yourself" fundraiser, intended to improve arts education in Southern California public schools and underserved communities.
Dimensions: 48 x 60 in (121.92 x 152.4 cm)
signature info: Signed, titled, and dated on verso
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