Acrylic on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.

Signed on the front.

Cursed

Cursed is a narrative drawn from my own life experiences, profoundly influenced by the timeless biblical account of humanity's inaugural transgression. Originally, this work bore the title "Cursed Love," but I chose to remove the word "love" from the title to broaden its relatability, making it accessible to a wider audience.

I firmly believe that every creative endeavor should possess a purpose, both for its creator and its audience. Art serves as a potent medium for conveying messages, offering guidance, serving as a reminder, issuing warnings, providing solace, and satiating our desires. A true work of art is one that also serves a practical function.

The title "Cursed" encapsulates the essence of our existence, a constant reminder that we remain burdened regardless of our actions because of a pivotal moment when humanity took that fateful bite of the apple. In essence, one of us transgressed, and as a result, we all bear the mark of that crime, even the innocent newborns. This title serves as a universal reminder of this shared human experience.

On a personal note, "Cursed Love" resonates with me most deeply because my experience of love has also been my personal curse. Perhaps I should have refrained from that metaphorical bite, but my love, despite the harsh realities it entails, remains unyielding. It's akin to attempting to change the world, stripping away pretense, and taking tangible action.

But let's steer away from my personal reflection and return to the overarching theme of our shared curse. Can we truly create a better world, or has it descended irreparably into darkness? The answer lies in the pursuit of that very question, and we will never know unless we endeavor to prove it.

In this challenge, there is hope. There is always a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel, even one cursed with the weight of history.