Voter Line 

Charly Palmer created "Voter Line," a mixed media artwork, at an unknown date. The figures form a linear composition, their verticality reinforced by the backdrop's patterned planes. Palmer uses a vibrant palette, juxtaposing oranges, reds, and blues against a muted background. The figures, rendered with simplified forms, stand shoulder to shoulder. This creates a sense of collective purpose and solidarity. The textured background hints at layers of history and struggle. The figures' clothing suggests different social roles and individual identities, yet they are united in a common endeavor. Palmer uses color not just descriptively, but symbolically. The bright hues evoke hope and determination. Note how the linear arrangement of the figures draws the eye across the canvas, emphasizing the act of waiting. This functions as a visual metaphor for the patience and perseverance required to exercise civil rights. This structural element underscores the artwork's themes of participation, democracy, and collective action.