Portrait #9 2022

Adam Caldwell’s 2022 mixed-media work, “Portrait #9,” is a collage of various materials and imagery. The composition focuses on a close-up portrait of a woman’s face, depicted in a realistic style. The artist has integrated a variety of found objects into the artwork, such as a drawing of a figure with the word “FUCK” written on it, a photo of a crowd of people, and a section of a clothing label with a phrase in Spanish. This layering of diverse elements creates a complex and evocative visual experience that challenges viewers to interpret the artist’s intention behind the piece.