RE: CLIPPED WINGS

Karllon Musni, RE: Clipped Wings, 2021. Archival print, 11in x 8.5in.

When I first printed this piece, my main goal was to screen print the phrase “clipped wings” in huge lettering. The inspiration behind it is the ongoing battle between wanting to leave home in pursuit of my dreams and my family telling me that whatever is “out there” for me is also at home. Screen printing ended up being a more difficult process than expected, so the print and the silk screen sat and collected dust.

Upon revisiting the print, I’ve reflected on the phrase and how I would approach the refreshed piece and now the question is if my family really clipped my wings or if I did it myself.