Canary in a Coal Mine

12" x 18"

acrylic/mixed on paper

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Collaborative painting by Dana Ellyn & Matt Sesow.

Inspired by recent headlines referring to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as a “canary in the coal mine,” this piece confronts the state of American democracy, activism, and the warning signs we choose to ignore. This painting delivers a jolt of energy and unease, asking viewers: What are we being warned about? And are we listening?