2014 11 30 15.49.30 

Jimmy Ortiz made this artwork in 2014, using strokes of layered color. Note the horizon line. The painting evokes the liminal space between worlds, a zone charged with symbolism across cultures. This horizon, a division between earth and sky, resonates deeply with ancient iconographies representing thresholds. Think of Egyptian art, where the horizon marked the boundary between the land of the living and the afterlife, or classical myths of journeys to the underworld. Over time, this line has been passed down through history, shifting in meaning, yet always retaining its primal connection to the unknown. Looking at the bold brushstrokes, we cannot help but see the horizon as more than just a line: it pulses with emotional intensity, engaging viewers on a deep, subconscious level. The non-linear, cyclical progression of this symbol resurfaces, evolves, and takes on new meanings.