You're Fired! Canvas Print. The Statue of Liberty has been fired. Liberty in Distress. Immigration statement. Surplus to requirements.
$25.00
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Originally titled "Surplus to requirements", "You're Fired!" presents a striking reimagining of the Statue of Liberty in a moment of despair and contemplation. Seated rather than standing, Lady Liberty rests her face on her hand, her expression conveying weariness or sorrow. This posture, more passive and introspective than her usual stance of bold defiance and welcome, suggests disillusionment and a sense of defeat. The classic symbol of freedom and acceptance seems burdened by a heavy weight, as if exhausted by recent societal or political shifts.
The subdued, sepia-toned color palette and the rough texture evoke a sense of aged melancholy, emphasizing feelings of nostalgia for a different era. The roughness hints at a crumbling ideal and a tarnished vision of the "American Dream." This statue's slumped posture contrasts sharply with her traditional pose, in which she raises her torch high, symbolizing enlightenment and a welcoming spirit.
The title, "You're Fired!", adds another layer of irony. Known for welcoming immigrants, the Statue of Liberty here has been "fired" from her traditional role. The phrase also references modern-day political and social discourse, particularly sentiments that push back against the inclusionary ideals that the statue historically represents. This piece uses powerful visual and symbolic cues to express discontent with America’s current stance on immigration, as well as a broader disillusionment with national values related to freedom and inclusivity.
A perfect addition to every room! This canvas is made from a finely textured artist-grade cotton substrate which consistently reproduces image details with outstanding clarity and detail.
Sizes:
• 5" wide x 7" high (Perfect size for desk or countertop)
• 12" wide x 18" high [Images in the picture gallery are for this size]
Canvas specs:
• Material: Ultra smooth, 100% cotton rag canvas
• Material quality: Finely textured artist-grade cotton substrate
• Surface finish: Matte
• Cotton rag fabric weight: 400 GSM (11.80 oz/y²)
Wrapped canvas frame specs:
• Wrapped canvas frame thickness: 1.25"
• Framing quality: Beautifully finished, taut corners that give a clean and crisp look
• Hanging hardware: Attached
Ink specs:
• Canon 12-color Aqueous ink
• Acid free, archival quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is All-Over-Print (AOP)?
All-Over Print (AOP) is a printing method that uses dye-sublimation to print a design onto polyester. During the dye sublimation process the dye is absorbed into the fabric. Since, it is not printed on the surface, like most t-shirts, it provides for a fantastic soft-to-the-touch feel and superior breathability.
AOP is a more time consuming method than screen printing or direct-to-garment (DTG) printing, so the prices are higher and the production times are longer, but the results are most definitely worth it.
Advantages of AOP:
The design won't peel off, unlike typical screen printing.
The design is part of the fabric of the item, so it will last as long as the item does.
The intensity of color is often unmatched.
What is Giclée?
Giclée (pronounced zhee-CLAY or often gee-CLAY) is a printing process that creates a museum quality, archival print. Special acid-free, paper is printed with fade resistant ink using a state-of-the-art, large format inkjet printer.
What is a gallery wrap canvas?
Gallery wrap is a style of displaying a canvas that doesn't show any visible staples or nails holding the fabric to the wooden stretcher bars. This style of canvas is intended to be hung unframed.
What is a gallery mirror wrap canvas?
Mirrored edges (mirror wrap) is used to show the whole image on the main surface, rather than printing the edges of the image on the sides (image wrap) of the canvas frame. It is usually used when there is necessary detail on the edges of the image. Image wrap is used when the focal point of the image is in the center.