99% NO.33 2013

Editor: This is Sedrick Huckaby's "99% NO.33," a small, intense portrait. I'm struck by the direct gaze and the raw, almost unfinished quality of the drawing. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see a powerful invocation of memory and presence. The subject's face, rendered with such stark lines, reminds us of the layers of experience etched onto our features over time. Do you notice the inscription, "No I disagree?" Editor: Yes, it's faint, almost like a whisper. Does this suggest a defiance of societal expectations or perhaps an internal struggle? Curator: Precisely. It's a loaded symbol, isn't it? The gaze and the inscription create a narrative that invites the viewer to question perceived norms and consider personal truths. The image holds that tension. Editor: This makes me think about how art can be a space for contesting dominant narratives. Curator: Absolutely. It's a testament to the enduring power of portraiture to capture not just a likeness, but a complex human story.