This portrait captures the essence of a society living in selective awareness, with the subject's gaze veiled by metaphorical "blinders" that shield them from the discomforting truths about environmental issues. The design is inspired by the Spotted Lantern Fly, an invasive species that has been stressing and killing plants. One of a few invasive species that continue to upset delicate ecosystems. The subject maintains a thin protective layer to obscure their eyes, illustrating how close these truths are—yet deliberately kept from view. The piece challenges viewers to consider the consequences of willful ignorance and the fragility of the bubble within which many walk through life.

Acrylic painting on canvas
Size: 6 W x 12 H x 1.5 D in