Head First 2006

Emma Amos’s *Head First* (2006) is a mixed media artwork featuring a central figure in free fall, surrounded by other figures floating in mid-air, against a vibrant blue sky. The use of vibrant colors and the bold patterns of the border framing the figures creates a dynamic and energetic composition that embodies the feeling of weightlessness. Amos was known for her use of textile techniques and bold graphic style in her artwork, often incorporating African American cultural references and issues of race, identity, and representation. This painting demonstrates these themes by portraying black figures in a non-traditional context.