Collage by Jordan Smith /
This piece is a self-portrait representing both physical pain as well as heartbreak derived from personal experience. These experiences range from dealing with pain and health concerns while being a student as well as navigating relationships at Colgate. By utilizing various images and song lyrics, the final piece demonstrates not only the pain but also triumph and beauty over hardship. Song lyric credits: “I Am Woman” by Helen Reddy, “Fast Car” by Tracy Chapman, “Why” by Annie Lennox, “Judas” by Lady Gaga, “Free” by Florence + The Machine, “911” by Lady Gaga, “Silver Spring” by Fleetwood Mac, and “Closer to Fine” by the Indigo Girls.
Jordan (she/they) is an anthropology major and senior at Colgate. This is the first time she has ever shared her art with the world and is super excited about it!