Sharon Kerry Harlan
Detritus from a Protest March reflects on the aftermath of protest movements, exploring the emotional and physical toll on those who participate. The piece features three Cubist-style African American male faces, each intricately intertwined with elements of the American flag. The flag, both a symbol of patriotism and protest, is embedded within the faces to evoke a complex relationship between identity, struggle, and national ideals. The words Equal, Access, and Glory are painted across the red, white, and blue backdrop, emphasizing the ongoing fight for justice and recognition. The rusted fabric serves as a base layer, symbolizing the weariness and erosion experienced by the marchers, while also suggesting the residue left behind after the fervor of the march.