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“You can take everything i have… Just don’t leave my side now”. -A quote from a song called ‘Dont Slow Down’ By: Copeland.
This 4 panel series explores the struggle of young boys, in the hope that one day, they become great men.
Clouded by a rush of fear, confusion, abuse, neglect, violence, anger, loneliness and misguided environments. These can also be overcome by courage, faith, hope, people, trust, respect, life and above all…
love.
My intention was to make you feel as if you were 5 years old again. But for some reason my perspective of a 5 year old in today’s world seems like it’s leaped a few years. Maybe its because i now know the effect childhood can have on the life we lead. Like the boy by the pond, creating a ripple. One small decision can change the rest of our lives.
“What will you leave to the next generation? Are you building your lives on firm foundations, building something that will endure?” – Pope Benedict XVI (WYD 08 – Sydney, Australia)
Artwork details: Acrylic paint (with partial aerosol enamel areas) on 30cm x 30cm wood panel (4 Panels).
Comments
together they have an explosive quality – full of action as boys are. great paintings.
Thanks for the feedback Marion!
– Ram Castillo
Wonderful sentiments. I think you are projecting much needed awareness into those who view this piece. We all have choices with how we deal with experience and confusion. We are all born into a world that is confused yet we all have the choice to go deeper into what we are born into and create a more aware environment for all.
Cheers for your input Tony. I really appreciate your thoughts. The trick is to ride the inspiration train while is available. I think as an artist its our responsibility to use it while its there. Such was the case with this piece.
– Ram Castillo
You can take everything I have
Just don’t leave my side no, don’t leave my side
Cause your words hit like a train and I can’t ignore it
This moment could be our last…
(haha I was listening to that when I got ready this morning)
dude!!! I love it!!! I can feel it!!!
I really like how this has developed. I have to admit when you did the first one I didn’t quite get it but all together they’re really cool.
haha take it easy! :) im glad you FELT IT! yes, well if you look at any artwork half done they all look a little wierd… but once completed? you hope to get rewarded by an amazing finished product. I’ve got alot to learn but i enjoyed this one.
– Ram Castillo
They look awesome together!
Thanks for the gesture of commenting on this piece mate! Glad you like it.
– Ram Castillo