Realities of life
In this artwork, I aim to explore the complex layers of life in the United States. While there are many aspects of life here in the U.S that are fun and remarkable, there are also significant inequalities. I had the opportunity to collaborate with local homeless individuals, who graciously shared parts of their lives with me. This interaction allowed me to gather footage, which I then used to create this video installation. Everything on the front canvas is personal footage, and the middle sections are a variety of copyright-free videos from Pexels. This project addresses a pressing issue in Greeley, Colorado: homelessness and the challenges faced by immigrants. Through this piece, I hope to shed light on the struggles and disparities that many individuals in our community experience.
Realities of Life By Cynthia Aguiar
Media: 2 stretched canvas, foam board, spray paint, projector, acrylic sheet, chains. Size: Canvas: 5ft x 4ft, Canvas: 5ft x 3ft, Acrylic sheet: 18in x 22in, projector: 5in x 4in Made In: 2025
Walk around view
This video showcases how the artwork is displayed and how viewers can engage with it from different angles. It captures the interactive experience, allowing you to see the piece in its full presence.
Full run-through of video installation
This video captures the full experience of Realities of Life from the front perspective of the artwork, allowing viewers to see the complete visual and audio presentation as intended.