12x16", mixed media
 
The piece is a vibrant and thought-provoking tapestry of text, color, and form. It interlaces snippets of newspaper or book pages, creating a textured background that suggests a narrative waiting to be discovered. The overlay of vivid purple and blue brushstrokes adds depth and emotion, while splashes of bright red and soft pastel hues bring a sense of playfulness and contrast. Geometric shapes and organic forms coexist, leading the eye in a dance across the canvas. The words "HUMOR IN A JUGULAR VEIN" and "BEAUTIFUL GIRL OF THE MONTH" emerge prominently, hinting at themes of beauty, humor, and perhaps the fleeting nature of both. This collage is a dynamic intersection of visual art and literature, inviting interpretation and reflection.