See Daylighting Tibbetts Here

"See Daylighting Tibbetts Here / Stream of Continuity" captures a transformative vision along the old Putnam railroad adjacent to the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. This painting anticipates the green rebirth of an urban space, where a significant green infrastructure project is slated to begin in 2025, including the daylighting of a historical stream. Inspired by the juxtaposition of enduring natural processes against the fleeting human-made structures, this piece meditates on the themes of renewal and urban ecological restoration.

The choice of a muted yet hopeful color palette reflects the present state of the location—a blend of greys and earth tones punctuated by vibrant graffiti—that symbolizes the potential life and color soon to burst forth from this redevelopment. As an American landscape painter, I employ a blend of loose and refined oil techniques to echo the chaotic yet structured urban environment.

This artwork is a part of my ongoing exploration into the narratives of landscapes undergoing transformation. It's a reminder of nature's resilience and the human role in shaping and reshaping our environmental contexts. Through "Stream of Continuity," I invite viewers to reflect on the cyclic nature of decay and renewal, and the layers of history that are often hidden in plain sight.