The Futurist Artist Zaria Gunn

collections

Pause for Peace

The "Pause for Peace" collection by Zaria Gunn is a striking and thought-provoking series of digital watercolors that delves into the delicate balance between mindfulness and technology in the modern world.

"Connected Isolation" - This digital watercolor painting depicts a woman entranced by phone, while another device actively locking her out.

"Second Selfie" - This digital watercolor depicts a portrait of a woman in hues of blue, with distorted strings of code overlaid over her face. It represents the way in which technology has become an extension of our identity and the way we present ourselves to the world. The use of blue hues adds to the sense of detachment and disconnection, while the distorted strings of code represent the fragmented and artificial nature of our online selves. This piece serves as a reminder to consider the role of technology in shaping our identity and to be mindful of the ways in which we present ourselves online.

Meditating Youth This digital watercolor features children in a state of meditation, surrounded by soft, muted colors and a serene landscape by Zaria Gunn

"Connected Parenting" - This digital watercolor depicts a parent and child connected to a digital device, surrounded by flowing lines and soft, muted colors. It represents the challenges and opportunities of parenting in the digital age, where technology can both enhance and disrupt our relationships with our children. The use of muted colors and flowing lines adds to the sense of introspection and reflection, while the depiction of the parent and child connected to their device serves as a reminder of the all-consuming nature of technology. By Zaria Gunn

"Peaceful Pause" - This digital watercolor features a woman taking clicking off her phone, for a peaceful pause surrounded by delicate, flowing lines in a range of blue hues.

"Virtual Hovering" - This digital watercolor depicts a mother's disembodied head floating above her child as they use an iPad, surrounded by flowing lines and soft, muted colors. It represents the theme of parental hovering in the digital age, where technology can both enhance and disrupt our relationships with our children. The use of muted colors and flowing lines adds to the sense of introspection and reflection, while the depiction of the hovering mother serves as a reminder of the ways in which technology can create distance and disconnection in our relationships. This piece serves as a reminder to be mindful of the role of technology in our parenting and to find balance and connection in the digital age. By Zaria Gunn

"The Power of Pause" - This piece depicts children taking a moment to pause and connect with themselves, surrounded by a mix of bold and muted colors. It represents the transformative power of taking a break from the digital world in order to find peace and presence by Zaria Gunn

Electric Ave.

The "Electric Avenue" series is a bold and vibrant collection of digital paintings that merges the artistic energy of the Harlem Renaissance with the psychedelic vibes of the 1960s. Featuring a range of neon hues and expressive brushstrokes, these pieces capture the electric energy of both eras and bring them together in a powerful and visually striking way.

Digital Black Artifacts

The "Digital Black Artifacts" series is a 3D collection of digital art that explores the theme of preserving and celebrating black culture in the digital age. Created using a mix of Dalle-2 and Photoshop, these pieces showcase digital remnants of black culture and invite viewers to consider the role of technology in preserving and sharing history.