Where the Cliffs & Sky Meet 

Curator: As you look at "Where the Cliffs & Sky Meet" by Logan Maxwell Hagege, rendered with acrylic paint, what feelings rise to the surface? Editor: It evokes a profound sense of serenity mixed with quiet strength. The scale, the expanse of the landscape, creates this feeling of being simultaneously grounded and infinite. Curator: Hagege's works often carry an underlying narrative tied to the spirit of the American Southwest, wouldn't you agree? The figures wrapped in blankets almost become part of the landscape. There is something very calming and nostalgic in how geometric shapes and forms are interplayed within the composition. Editor: Absolutely, and that choice feels inherently political. The layering of geometric forms with these figures actively recalls Indigenous traditions of artmaking, positioning those traditions as central rather than marginal. The use of blanket further speaks volumes about Indigenous history, not only serving an artistic purpose but also pointing at a deeper commentary on culture, resilience, and survival. Curator: It’s funny how one immediately goes into narrative but really, all those earthy colors blending are so gorgeous. And this massive, dreamlike cloud! It nearly upstages everything, making me wonder about the transience of time and being. I keep wondering who these folks are and where they're headed. Editor: And that tension, I think, is at the heart of the piece. Hagege's choice to merge representation with geometric shapes blurs temporal boundaries, inviting questions about continuity and legacy and what exactly remains once the cultural fabric has been disrupted and redefined throughout history. The figures aren’t just picturesque; they embody cultural memory and present lived realities. Curator: What a great interpretation! It really does add depth to this otherwise seemingly peaceful tableau. To view it merely as a Western scene diminishes the complexities layered within, I guess. Editor: Indeed, we must continuously revisit the canvas and unravel the tales interwoven into it. Curator: It changes how I see this place—these cliffs, sky and all. Thanks for making my view wider!