The Piper’s Tune

A self-portrait caught in a silent negotiation. On one side, a bird whispers truths; on the other, a soldier stands firm. Somewhere in between, the lingering echo of a flute—a tune that once led rats, then children, and now… perhaps, thoughts? Smoke blurs the lines, but the question remains: Who is truly in control—the listener, or the song?

Oil on paper.

Size: 9 x 12"