Dimensions: 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 in) | Framed: 6 x 8 in

This collage invites viewers into a compelling interplay of text, imagery, and abstraction, combining vintage photography, typography, and symbolic elements to evoke themes of identity, perception, and expectation.

The bold red “YOU” lettering, layered chaotically, creating a sense of urgency and repetition. The inclusion of playing cards—three sevens—hints at luck, chance, or an incomplete hand, reinforcing an underlying tension. A vintage image of a smiling woman contrasts with the dark silhouette beside her, while handwritten stars and printed phrases like “I need very badly to be me” suggest themes of personal autonomy versus external expectations. The “All Sales Final” label, reminiscent of permanence, adds an intriguing commentary on self-worth and societal pressure.

A ticket stub labeled “Admit One” reinforces the notion of participation—whether in life, performance, or fate. The inclusion of a precise timestamp, Feb 21, 2025, 12:55 PM, adds a layer of specificity, making the piece feel like a captured moment, frozen in time yet open to interpretation.