Jacob Curtis - 2021

Artist's Statement

Our story—the history of humankind—is the greatest adventure of all time... and space. Our brief existence on earth is an epic tale through which I hope this short story is able to convey a certain nuance and poignance. I’ve personified the celestial objects that are most familiar; both have important roles throughout the history of humankind, representing our successes and idealistic values. I hope that my story helps us to be more mindful of our impact on the present as well as the future, and as a consequence we become more productive in solving the global crises. I’ve employed degrees of metafiction in order for my drawings to add perspective and elicit empathy. While reading, look for subtle nuances in both the orthography and images, remembering that ours is a story of progress and achievement, but our survival depends on a transition to a culture of prudence and unity.