"Dialogue Box"

2004/ limited edition of 10/ Price: $95 (unframed)

Artist’s Notes

To listen well, one has to put a hand over the mouth. Opinions and advice must be withheld unless asked for. The only speaking a listener should be concerned with is asking good questions. Also, to be attentive to another one must put a hand over the eyes. Judging is withheld. A person’s age, race, weight, hairstyle, or dress is of no real consequence. One can not listen well if the hearer is judging outward appearances. The hand near the ear is open—fingers spread apart. The inside palm of the hand is shown to indicate the willingness and vulnerability of the listener. The lines around the head indicate the buzz of conversation--