Often the westernized world forgets there are still places on earth that exist without skyscrapers and shopping malls, airplanes, cars, and social media. In all seriousness, a 2013 Forbes article (“Are There Any Uncontacted Civilizations Left in The World?”) stated that there are still roughly 100 tribes on earth that live off the land without any modern advancements.
For my final project, I decided to reimagine what it would be like living in one of these uncontacted tribes. While most of the world halted in 2020, some of these tribes lived blissfully and free from outside news of wars, mass shootings, and global pandemics.
My goal as an artist is to evoke the playful essence of youth in a lot of my work. While honoring my African and American Heritage, shedding light on all the beautiful cultures I have experienced that continue to shape my outlook on life. - Dean Earl