The Displaced Works
Courting Chaos: 2008 - 2010
Like lingering traces of dislocated memories
the 16 pieces in this
collection represent an
important transitional
period for
American Artist , Michael Torres
However,
like puzzle pieces
that need to be a-s-s-e-m-b-l-e-d
to tell their story, and to express
their collective meaning,
each of these images
ultimately serve a dual purpose;
leaving just enough behind to provide proof that they were conceived, and that they exist...
not only belonging
to themselves,
but also expressing
their own outward appearances,
their own restless encounters
with f l e e t i n g moments
though still also part
of a larger narrative;
Mine/Yours/Ours
Self Portrait,2008
Oil and Gold Leaf on Canvas
I was already 33 years old when Self Portrait, 2008 was completed, after having lived what felt like more than one lifetime.
I was called.
And, the opportunity arose;
ultimately leading to the abandonment of a lucrative photography business and a rich social life,
to move a mountain instead.
Financially, this sudden course correction was certainly irresponsible, and perhaps even self-destructive. And, I quickly paid for that decision, having neglected to establish a safety net before blindly leaping.
But...
I was called.
And...
I answered; believing that the "Why" would reveal itself when I was ready to receive it.
As a result, Self Portrait, 2008 could be said to be both a Confirmation of my Acceptance (to answer that call) and an Impassioned Declaration that says, "I see, and understand".
"I see the long, unpaved road ahead", and, "I understand the need to assuage my heart's yearnings, to clear my vision."
After all, staying the course will always be a choice... for as long as I am willing to traverse the unknown (without a map).
2009
Selected Works:
en route to Eviction/Displacement
2010
Selected Works:
from time spent - Displaced -
on my brother's couch
Selected Works:
from time spent - Displaced -
in a friend's guestroom