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Gold Christian LaCroix_009

Item

A page from a scrapbook featuring a textured background with overlapping circular patterns and handwritten notes.
Title
Gold Christian LaCroix_009
Alternative Title
Gold Christian LaCroix
Creator
Karen Blessen
Date
2016
Description
The page displays a textured background with a repeating pattern of small, irregularly shaped dots in shades of beige, gold, and peach. Overlaid on this background are two large, circular, mesh-like shapes in a light beige color, creating a layered effect. The edges of the page show signs of wear and discoloration, with some areas appearing darker and more worn. Handwritten text is visible on the left and right margins, with additional text at the bottom left corner.
Dates Completed
July 22, 2016 - December 25, 2016
Keywords
Gold; Symbol of divinity; Symbol of superficiality; Artifice; Suicide; Jack E. Davis; Friend; Illustrator; Artist; From Here to There collages; John Katz; Open heart surgery; Mantram pages; Prayer pages; Friends; Family; 29 Pieces; Sixth Floor Museum; Dealey Plaza; Pulitzer Centennial; Dallas; Texas Theatre; War photographers; David Kennerly; Carol Guzy; Nick Ut; Heidi Levine; David Leeson; Bob Jackson; Bill Lohr; Tractor accident; Prayers; Focus; Energy; Enthusiasm; Bowl of Joy; Chart; Block negatives; Piece 24; Sculpture installation; Messaging; Stress; Joy; Obstacles; Fulfillment; Calm; Frustration; Anger; Slow; Curious; Intelligence; Bright; Joyful; Magical; Beautiful; Pain; Sleeplessness; Agitation; Despair; Hillary; Trump; Election; Mudslinging; Irresponsible press; Donald Trump; Mercy; Condemnation; Deaths; Surgeries; Artist conflict; Human beings; Divine flames; Cancer upon the earth; Divided country; 1960s; Family arguments; Aftermath of election; Emotions; Fury; Disbelief; Sickening realization; Public art challenges; Racism; Misogyny; White House; Palpable fury; On the ledge; Vicki Millican; Accident; Ceiling fall; Internal injuries; Call all angels; Restore Vicki Millican; Peacemaker of the Year; Peace; Volcano inside; Human spirit; Revenge with beauty; Outrage; Love
Transcription
Left Margin:
JOHN DID NOT HAVE HIP SURGERY AND IS NOW GOING TO

Right Margin:
8.26.16
He needs open heart surgery.

Bottom Left Corner:
Christian Lacroix
Rights
To inquire about usage, please contact Archives & Special Collections, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries. These images are for educational use only. Not all images are available for publication.