FOMO
A reflection on disconnection and the anxiety of chasing external validation.
This painting captures the tension between celebration and distraction, exploring the fear of missing out and its impact on personal fulfillment.
FOMO portrays a young woman at her birthday party, surrounded by vibrant balloons, a glowing cake, and festive streamers. Despite the celebratory scene, she is engrossed in her phone, her expression tinged with distraction and unease.
This painting examines the pervasive fear of missing out, highlighting how modern technology and societal pressures often overshadow the ability to find joy in the present. The vibrant party setting contrasts sharply with her internal disconnection, underscoring the themes of anxiety and the pursuit of external validation.
Through its juxtaposition of celebration and unease, FOMO invites viewers to reflect on their relationship with technology and the moments they may have missed while chasing something beyond their reach.
Oil and mixed media on canvas
48″ x 48″
Windows Within: Universal Narratives in Fractured Realism
This body of work by Deborah Scott explores the profound connections between personal stories and shared human experiences. Through a series of conversations and interviews with individuals from diverse backgrounds, Scott uncovers intimate narratives of struggle, resilience, and triumph. These seemingly unique moments are transformed into powerful works of art, revealing their universality and the interconnectedness of all human experiences.
Each painting in Windows Within serves as both a reflection and a revelation, embodying Scott’s belief that art is a mirror to the complexities of identity and existence. Her work draws on the psychological framework of Johari’s Window, exploring the interplay between the visible and hidden aspects of the self. By blending classical techniques with intentional disruptions—rips, tears, and abstract shapes—Scott creates a dynamic visual language that captures the fragmented, evolving nature of contemporary life.
Windows Within is an emotional and visual journey, inviting viewers to see themselves in the stories of others and to consider the profound universality of human connection.