We planted poppy petals beneath the earth where rose buds once sprouted. We tread the scarlet garden with a subtle gait — losing ourselves within hues that blend seamlessly with thorn-cut flesh.
Unfurled, the grazes only hurt when the rain fell, so thunderstorms never sounded more melodic. We barely even noticed the cracks in the sky. Laying peacefully until the azure air withered into shades of onyx. There were no stars that night.
We reaped the growth of the blossoming field before we treasured the cycle of vitality. It began with us just as soon as it ended.
papavera non sunt rosae.
Artist Name: Matthew Mossey
Medium: Linoleum Reduction Print
Dimensions: 11x14x1″
Artist Statement:
Wip?Lash (Work in Progress | Whiplash) is an artist who draws inspiration from the realm of dark surrealism, and adeptly merges this aesthetic by integrating printmaking and graphic design techniques.Central to each of his creations is a deeply ingrained narrative, which unfolds during the developmental process. These artworks embody a perpetual transformation that resonates from the artist’s conception to the discerning eye of the audience.At the core of his philosophy lies the belief that every individual is an ongoing masterpiece, continuously evolving — a work in progress.
