“Ocher — The Pursuit of Knowledge” (acrylic, charcoal and pastel sticks), by Mia Eriksson, in her show “Holding the Line,’’ at Alofft Gallery, Litchfield, Conn., through Nov. 1.
She says:
“We are surrounded by lines in our lives. Lines we face: starting lines, finish lines, blurred lines, and bottom lines. Lines we draw: ethical lines, moral lines, lines in the sand, and creative lines. And lines we learn to live with: aging lines, laugh lines, bloodlines, and timelines.
“These lines mark the boundaries between control and surrender. They define where we stand, what we protect, and how much of ourselves we are willing to expose.
“Within each painting in Holding the Line, I have placed a holding line, sometimes subtle, sometimes overt, and sometimes hidden within layers of color and texture. For me, it represents the place where we refuse to give up ground, compromise our principles, or surrender under pressure.
“The holding line is an ethical anchor and an emotional boundary. It is also a place of shared sacrifice, support, and commitment for people, nature, beliefs, and things we love.’’