On a clear piece of polystyrene, the words “As long as you have your health” have been scrawled in a seemingly angry manner using a black ink. The ink has dripped straight down in some areas. The letters are large enough that the words take up the majority of the space. Layered over top of the text are the smashed bits and pieces of a black VHS tape. Most of the outer casing of the VHS tape sits in the lower right corner of the piece. Upon careful inspection, the words “Godfather Part II” are legible on a fading white label. The inner tape of the VHS swirls around the artwork, seeming to blend in with the letters in some areas, and a clear, circular plastic film reel is visible through the casing. Bits of black and clear plastic from the smashed tape are sprinkled around the piece.

Welcome to the Real World will be on display at The Gallery at Steel Pixel Studios from May 15-July 7, 2023. There will be an artist reception on May 25 from 6:30-8pm. The Gallery at Steel Pixel Studios is located at 701 N New St. FL1, Bethlehem, PA 18018.

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