Oprah Magazine – Reading Room – Those Who Knew, by Idra Novey 2018

"Those Who Knew" by Owen Gent is an illustration depicting a man and woman in a stylized and simplified manner, reminiscent of early 20th century illustration and graphic design. The pair is seated in a space with a dark blue and red backdrop. The woman's back is to the viewer, but her hand reaches toward the man, who sits in front of her and looks out of the frame. This suggests a tense and emotional situation between the figures. The composition and style are suggestive of a scene from a story or novel. Gent's work often explores themes of human connection and vulnerability, making this an intriguing visual companion to Novey's "Reading Room" piece.