They Feed the Earth 2013

"They Feed the Earth" (2013) by Joshua Flint, depicts a group of girls dancing in a circle in mid-air above a cityscape. Their movements are graceful and ethereal, suggesting a sense of weightlessness and joy. The city below is rendered in a more grounded and realistic style, with a sense of urban density and the muted tones of a winter dusk. The juxtaposition of these two elements creates a striking contrast, suggesting a complex and layered relationship between the human spirit and the physical world. The girls' ethereal quality evokes a sense of hope and resilience in the face of the city's tangible struggles. This painting embodies a combination of realism and surrealism, hinting at the intangible forces that shape our lives.