Titled Unravel, this piece is a sixteen by twenty-inch acrylic painting on canvas. The central subject is a northern cardinal in a dying stance, with its inner anatomy exposed to reveal parts resembling computer circuitry. The juxtaposition of the bird—a natural being—against abstracted elements, such as a bed of dried leaves and scattered man-made parts, underscores the apparent disconnection between biology and technology.

The work also delves into the concept that even the intricate workings of an animal could potentially be replicated by technology. However, beyond this, there is an underlying environmental message about the rapid pace of innovation, hinted at through the imagery of death. The artwork contemplates the evolution of technology, imagining it evolving into structures as complex as those in nature, while also expressing concerns about the possible negative impacts of unchecked technological advancement.

As an exploration of technological capabilities, Unravel resonates strongly with the exhibition’s theme of wanderlust into the future, yet it also conveys a sense of nostalgia for an untouched natural past. The piece is designed for display on any vertical surface.