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interior , architecture , study , rustic , peace , hope , freedom , death , indoor , rebirth

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Subjects: Architecture: Interiors; Floral & Still Life: Still Life

Genre: Fine Art

Medium: Digital: 3D

Year: 2007

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Rebirth

by jasongodbey

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The image's story moves from the right side with the red mural and cage and ends on the left side with the window. The right side of the image represents the concept of sequestration. Sequestration in this sense signifies a withdrawal into a false reality that is simply given. There are many aspects in society that can distract a person from the things that are essential to that individual’s wholeness and overall well-being. This can be a voluntary withdraw or it can be an involuntary act. In the case of voluntary sequestration, this comes in the various forms of entertainment seen in society such as in television and shopping malls. Through this an individual fails to engage and experience life to the fullest and their sense of self is also neglected. Involuntary sequestration comes in the form of restrictions that exist because of structures in society or relationships that can squelch a person’s individuality and creativity. Institutions such as schools that teach people what to think instead of how to think. In these institutions a person’s individuality is restricted, discouraged, or isn’t even allowed to flourish at all. The left side of the image represents life itself. This is an existence outside of sequestration, in which a person defines who they are and who they want to be. Their authentic self is encouraged, allowed to flourish, and is constantly renewed. The rich colors along with the plants represent this existence, while the mirror represents the constant need to look upon oneself honestly to grow further. The paint buckets and mural that is unfinished represents the creativity of an individual and the never-ending work that is to be done to achieve wholeness. The far left side of the room represents the possibilities and opportunities that come with this life outside of sequestration. The telescopes and maps represent these possibilities. There is a dove on the windowsill. Doves are traditionally a symbol of peace and so looking at the image as a
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