The Years | Exploring Identity and Perspective Through Abstract Illustration

Memory never stops. It pairs the dead with the living, real with imaginary beings, dreams with history.
– Annie Ernaux

Illustration inspired by The Years play by Annie Ernaux. This commissioned piece delves into the complex interplay of identity and memory. Abstract forms obscure the individual traits of each character, capturing the mosaic of experiences that shape our unique selves. Overlapping profiles and earthy tones reflect the multifaceted nature of personal and collective histories, illustrating how time and memory intertwine to form identity.

The Years, an abstract illustration featuring multiple overlapping profiles of faces, depicted in earthy tones with bold blue lips, against a beige background. The design includes flowing shapes and geometric elements, symbolizing the complexity of identity.

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