Runes 

Vincent Giarrano painted “Runes” to capture an urban scene. The runes, or rather, the graffiti, emblazoned on the steel pillars have an aura of mystery. These modern glyphs, scrawled onto the rough metal, evoke ancient forms of writing used in various cultures throughout history, from Norse to Celtic societies, where runes were not merely letters, but symbols imbued with magical properties. In the modern context, these 'runes' might be interpreted as territorial markers, declarations of identity, or even coded messages within a subculture. Consider how the act of writing or marking, whether on a cave wall or a city pillar, persists as a fundamental human behavior. The emotional weight of these symbols lies in their dual nature: both transient and timeless. They are a primal form of expression, a powerful force engaging us on a deep, subconscious level. The non-linear progression of these symbols has resurfaced, evolved, and taken on new meanings in different historical contexts.