Yours or mine
The left figure, adorned with angular, almost architectural lines, contrasts the right figure, whose form is smoother, more fluid. These opposing aesthetics suggest different ways of thinking—one logical and structured, the other intuitive and organic. The fact that they both reach toward the same central object suggests a shared goal or perhaps a shared confusion. Their hands—small, delicate—don’t grasp, but rather hover around the object, as if afraid to claim it. This isn’t a violent tug of war; it’s a delicate question of boundaries and intent.
The circular blue orb that hovers in the background is striking, like a third presence in this scene. It seems to radiate energy, sending out directional lines toward each figure. Perhaps this orb represents an idea, a spark of understanding, something beyond the material plane. But despite its ethereal nature, it doesn’t seem to resolve the issue between the two figures; instead, it highlights their differences. The orb could be an offering, a point of focus, or even a mediator, though it remains ambiguous and distant, never quite touching the core of the conflict.
What makes this piece so compelling is the way it hints at human nature without ever depicting a traditional human form. The black object they both reach for is dense with symbols that seem to reflect both of their minds, or perhaps their competing visions. One can’t help but wonder: are they working together, or are they at odds? The title “Yours or Mine” suggests a struggle of possession, but it feels more nuanced than that. It’s not just about who gets to own this mysterious object—it’s about who understands it, who defines it. Maybe neither can.
This is a piece about the delicate dance of collaboration and competition, about what happens when two forces—be they people, ideas, or perspectives—meet at the edge of something unknown. There’s beauty in that tension, and there’s ambiguity too. The fact that the question posed in the title remains unanswered is precisely what gives the work its power.
