The paintings in this room
were created by writing out
selected Dr. Dog song lyrics and
then painting over the words.
were created by writing out
selected Dr. Dog song lyrics and
then painting over the words.
ROOM ONE
I'm Still Here
The 10 paintings in this room were created by writing out selected song lyrics by Dr. Dog* and then painting over the words. Each of the paintings is displayed alongside a photograph of its lyrical underpainting.
I'm Still Here
The 10 paintings in this room were created by writing out selected song lyrics by Dr. Dog* and then painting over the words. Each of the paintings is displayed alongside a photograph of its lyrical underpainting.
The written out song lyrics represent the soul of the person we love. Regardless of how much they change, this original form is still the foundation of who a person is and as such has enormous importance and still holds meaning for us. |
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The painting over of the words represents the profound changes in our loved one. If we can fully accept this transformation as our current reality we are blessed with the opportunity to connect and discover additional meaning
and beauty. |
Attendees will have headphones on and the portion of the song that is underneath the painting
will play when approached. There will also be an option to play the song in its entirety.
will play when approached. There will also be an option to play the song in its entirety.
* Dr. Dog is an innovative Philadephia-based indie rock band.
All paintings will be available for purchase at the exhibit's final showing
(date and venue to be determined) |
There will be a live streamed auction at the event where attendees, prior attendees and others will have the opportunity to bid online for the artwork.
All proceeds from sales will be donated equally to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund and the I'm Still Here Foundation.