Flash—November 22, 1963 1968

This screenprint, Flash—November 22, 1963, was made by Andy Warhol, and it hits you with the stark contrast of black and almost neon purple. There's a screen-printing texture that reminds me of a vintage TV set. Warhol's genius lies in taking these everyday images and re-framing them through color and repetition. The physical surface feels almost synthetic because of the color, like a weird memory. The color is not quite right. The lines give the image texture and visual depth. The way the purple is laid down, especially on his tie, creates this odd, almost broken, visual rhythm. It’s not just a picture; it’s a meditation on how we process images of big public events. Warhol’s work always makes me think of Rauschenberg, who was also experimenting with silkscreen and found imagery at the time. Both artists, in their own ways, were pushing the boundaries of what art could be, showing us that meaning isn't fixed.