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"Broken" limited edition wall art to decorate your home created by James Hurley - Art

“Broken” – Thoughts and Emotions

Name: "Broken" - Thoughts and Emotions
SKU: Broken
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“Broken”

Artist Notes / Inspiration

I used to be strong. I felt confident. I could do anything I put my mind too. I was independent, or so I thought.

I made a mistake. I listened to others, I let their words seep into my mind and become my truth. I lost my feeling of self. My true purpose was erased and replaced with the a new map and a new destination.

But one day I broke those bonds. I realised that the whispers were not my truth. But the damage that those whispers did was lasting and it felt like I could not repair them.

I fell. I gave up. I lay on the floor with all the cast off leaves. My mind rotting away and being recycled. I was Broken. Society had won. The expectations of the civilised world demanded I follow a set path and not to break away. I tried breaking away. Now Im broken. I tried speaking my mind. I tried making things better for others. They just used me and when they couldn’t get anything else out of me they walked away.

Im still laying in the leaves, slowly being covered by the others discarded minds and personalities that were deemed to troublesome. I feel the chains and restrictions imposed on me slowly rusting away as I play dead as I suppress my emotions and the feelings they drag out of me. The oppressive thoughts and whispers are leaving me like steam or fog it oozes out of the cracks in my mind and looks for another candidate. The societal mechanism that entrapped my spirit is failing, its rusting and crumbling. Soon my mind will be free of all outside control. Soon I will be myself again. This time they wont get the control back, this time I will remain truly independent.

For now I remain Broken, and laying on the forest floor with all the over decaying leaves. Just for now,

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SKU: Broken Categories: Exclusive Limited Editions, Photo-art, Thoughts and Emotions Tags: digital art, gift, Limited Edition, thoughts and emotions

This captivating artwork created in photoshop, aptly titled “Broken,” is an evocative masterpiece that offers a profound narrative of struggle, self-discovery, and resilience. The piece stands as an embodiment of the human condition, reflecting the journey from the loss of one’s essence to the reclaiming of autonomy.

The artist’s personal journey infuses the work with deep emotional resonance. Once steadfast and self-assured, the artist experienced the creeping doubt that comes from external influence, leading to a gradual erosion of their identity. “Broken” is the poignant visualization of this turmoil—a once-vibrant spirit feels suffocated under the weight of conformity and expectations.

As you gaze upon the artwork, you’ll find yourself immersed in a hauntingly beautiful tableau. A metal sculpted head, symbolic of the artist’s former self-assuredness, now lay entwined with nature’s relentless march, covered in leaves that signify the discarded identities society leaves behind. The ethereal mist represents the oppressive thoughts and expectations that once clouded the artist’s mind, now dissipating and revealing the potential for rebirth and self-restoration.

For the discerning collector, “Broken” is more than a piece of art—it’s a conversation starter, a powerful statement piece that invites introspection and discourse. It is suited for those who appreciate art with depth, who seek stories of transformation and triumph within their collection.

This work is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, making it an excellent acquisition for collectors who are drawn to themes of personal evolution and the beauty that emerges from vulnerability. Whether displayed in a private residence or an office, “Broken” promises to be a focal point that engages, challenges, and inspires all who encounter it.