Outgrown

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Allison L.

Acrylic paint

• Artist Statement

  In this painting, I am struggling to fit into my cherished childhood clothes—specifically, a beloved yellow sweater and pink polka dot leggings. These were my favorite articles of clothing from my childhood, providing personal significance to the artwork. Additionally, piles of tried-on colorful children's clothes surround me, adding a feeling of desperation. It captures the conflict between my desire to revisit the past and the inevitable reality of having outgrown it. Essentially, the painting encapsulates the universal challenge of wanting to preserve childhood innocence while grappling with the acceptance of having outgrown the past.

• Creative Statement

  To me, creativity means the ability to express my emotions exactly how I feel them. The ability to be creative allows me to effectively express my thoughts and emotions to others in a raw form, thus enabling me to forge deeper connections with others.