Look At Me 2022

Jason Limon created "Look At Me" using acrylic and colored pencil, likely on panel, with the addition of small sculptural elements. The imagery suggests a hand-made aesthetic, giving the impression of something carefully constructed. Notice the way Limon has depicted the skeletal forms. Are they drawn, or collaged? The surface of the boxy structure is weathered. The artist has built up layers of paint and pencil, rubbing back in areas to reveal the underlayers. It feels like a set for a small theatrical production. In this context, consider the role of labor. There’s the artist’s touch, carefully built up through numerous passes. And then, what about the labor of the two skeletons? They seem stuck, forever presenting tiny trays to an unseen audience. Limon has clearly thought about how to integrate craft processes with wider issues of labor, politics, and consumption. Ultimately, "Look At Me" challenges us to look past conventional distinctions between fine art and craft. It suggests a more integrated approach to the material world around us.