Lovers in Flight 1953

Seong Moy created this color woodcut, "Lovers in Flight," to capture a sense of liberation and escape. Moy was born in China and later immigrated to the United States. His art often blends Eastern and Western influences, reflecting his bicultural identity. The abstract figures, rendered in warm browns, yellows, and reds, suggest a couple soaring amidst turbulence, perhaps mirroring Moy's own experiences of displacement and reinvention. The dynamic lines and fragmented forms convey a sense of movement, evoking the exhilaration and uncertainty of flight. Moy once said, "I want to express the essence of life through color and form." This piece embodies that sentiment, inviting us to contemplate the complexities of love, freedom, and the human spirit's capacity for transcendence. "Lovers in Flight" becomes more than a depiction of romance; it's a symbol of resilience and hope in the face of adversity.