Voting Line
- Limited Edition
- 22x32 inches
- Black History Art
- Giclee on Paper
- A Tribute to those that suffered for our right to vote.
For decades, the voting line has been utilized as a suppression tactic, strategically engineered to deter voter participation. Historically, marginalized communities, particularly people of color and low-income groups have faced disproportionately long wait times due to limited polling places and inadequate resources. These tactics, rooted in discriminatory practices, also persist in contemporary times. For instance, reports frequently surface of urban areas, often with large minority populations, being left with fewer polling stations and outdated voting machines. This can lead to systemic disenfranchisement, as potential voters are discouraged by the daunting prospect of spending hours in line just to cast their vote.
However, the voting line can also become a powerful rallying point for communities. In the face of adversity, voters often find solidarity and a sense of unity as they wait together to exercise their democratic rights. These lines become impromptu forums for sharing information about candidates, discussing civic issues, and offering encouragement to one another. Community groups and volunteers frequently turn out to provide snacks, water, and moral support, fostering a festive atmosphere amid the challenge. Thus, what may begin as an obstacle can evolve into an empowering communal event, where the collective resolve to participate in democracy strengthens community bonds and reinforces the shared commitment to civic engagement.
This work of art has a paper size of 22x32 inches and an image size of 20x30 inches. It is a Giclee that is printed on heavyweight White Satin Paper. Signed and Numbered by the artist. Edition size of 1000.
| Edition | Limited Edition |
| Edition Size | 1000 |
| Framed | Unframed |
| Height | 22 inches |
| Length | 32 inches |
| Medium | Giclee on Paper |
| Signed | Signed and Numbered |
| SKU | palmer-votingline |
| Year Released | 2020 |
Charly Palmer
Charly Palmer currently lives in Atlanta, GA and is an accomplished and succesful graphic designer and illustrator. He also ows his own design studio. However, he now dedicates and devotes himself to creating fine art and is developing a strong reputation in the art industry for complex compositions and a unique technique and style. Charly Palmer was born in Alabama but raised in the state of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. He studied fine art and design in Chicago, Illinois at the School of Art Institute and at the American Academy of Art. Lately, he has begun painting under the name of "Carlos". Carlos is his alter ego and allows him the ability to be more spontaneous and gives him more creative freedom to create art that is more experimental in nature. The paintings created under this alter ego are typically more abstract and more primal. Over time, Charly Palmer has found a way to channel both personas and create landmark paintings. His powerful and popular "Civil Rights" series is an example of what happens when both styles are combined.Most in stock items ship in 0 to 5 business depending upon the shipping method selected during checkout. Large framed artwork requires an additional 1 to 5 days of processing time to allow for framing. All orders over $250 ship signature required. Pre-Orders, identified by a “Reserve Now” checkout button, can take 3 to 14 business days to process and ship. If there is an issue with your order we will notify you with 1 to 2 business days. For additional information please visit our: Shipping Policy
