Center 2017

"Center" is a 2017 mixed media artwork by Jason Limon, a 20th century artist, which creates a whimsical, almost surrealist, scene. The composition centers around a figure made entirely of seemingly random fragments of vintage ephemera and branding. The figure is constructed from a variety of retro-style graphics, including a Hot Wheels car, a "Piggly Wiggly" logo, and a child's toy. The figure's face is made of a mask, further adding to the mysterious and fantastical nature of the piece. The background is a textured, light blue canvas that evokes a sense of nostalgia and innocence. The work invites the viewer to consider the power of nostalgia and the ways in which commercial imagery shapes our collective consciousness.