Untitled 

This is an untitled artwork by John McLaughlin, made with paint, where shapes interact in a delicate balance. Notice how the stark contrast between the black, white, and colored forms creates a visual tension, a push and pull that engages the eye. These abstract shapes resonate with ancient symbolic languages, reminiscent of pictograms found in early human art. The curves and angles may unconsciously evoke the primal symbols of life and death that have haunted our collective psyche for millennia. Think of the Yin and Yang symbol—the interplay of opposites, forever dancing in equilibrium. McLaughlin’s composition, though abstract, taps into this deep-seated understanding of balance. The bold shapes and colors stir something within us, a recognition of fundamental truths. This artwork acts as a conduit, connecting us to the cultural memories ingrained in our subconscious, demonstrating how forms can transcend time and meaning.