The Possible Far

The Possible Far is a poetic narrative and painting that delves into the experiences of immigrant families, tracing their paths from South America to the United States. At the core of the story is a mother who embodies the bridge between prophecies of her elders and the tangible dreams of a safer, more prosperous life in a new land. The poem illuminates the themes of hope, resilience, and transformation, weaving together the imagery of the harsh realities faced by immigrants with their unwavering optimism. The title, "The Possible Far," suggests both the daunting distance traveled and the possibilities that lie ahead—a reflection of the quest for a promising horizon.  Central to the narrative is a mother whose journey is influenced by the wisdom passed down from preceding generations. Her decision to leave her homeland is driven by the prophecies of her elders, who foresaw a safer and more fulfilling future in America. This decision encapsulates the universal quest for security and a brighter tomorrow for one's children. In its entirety, "The Possible Far" seeks to evoke empathy and understanding in viewers, inviting them into the intimate world of a family whose journey is marked by both hardship and hope. Through a mix-media painting/poetic expression, the story emphasizes the universal longing for safety, potential, and the realization of dreams in an unfamiliar world.  The Possible Far by Ocean Eversley   The Southern grind of little food, polluted water, and a dead-end life her children inherit drives her to reflect on the clear-eyed promises of her elders.  Charting visions of new beginnings they walk west, following the sun climbing over arid mountains and the trails of compass-cactus that direct like constellations.   Midday, a mother implores stumbling little bodies to go on past corpses and rosaries that are partly buried by the sand. She blows wishes over the rainless clouds and aching sun and chants sacred prayers for things worthy of being in a poem of joy.   At midnight, they turn North, crossing the Rio Grande, where children must defeat the rough waters that swallow children whole. When she hears their teeth clenching, she reminds them of the home their father secured a few miles away.   Wings wrapped in dust, in myths, and in a futile escape, they face the clamor of steel gates and indifferent guards who stop their courageous steps from moving East to where crayons won’t be thrown away.   Facing South, she stares between bars and asks: Is the possible far from this world void of sky.  A mother with a mind filled with prophecy whispers to children to close their eyes and remember the language shaped by love and flowers, and gentle winds blowing dreams over borders. Prices are in USD $ Giclée Stretched Canvas Print Giclee print on museum quality 410gsm polycotton canvas. Stretched on 1.5 inch pine wood and back wire. Ready to hang. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in 55in x 44in 60in x 49in Acrylic Print 1/8 (3mm) thick Digital grade Acrylic with back floating Frame of 1 inch thick. Ready to hang. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in 55in x 44in Wood Print 5mm Birch Wood with back floating Frame of 1 inch thick. Ready to hang. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in 55in x 44in Brushed Metal Print 3mm Brushed Metal Print with back floating Frame of 1 inch thick. Ready to hang. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in 55in x 44in HD Sublimation Metal Print High Gloss Sublimation on Chromalux Panel with back floating Frame of 1 inch thick. Ready to hang. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in Giclée Rolled Canvas Print Giclee print on museum quality 410gsm polycotton canvas. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in 55in x 44in 60in x 49in 72in x 58in Giclée Poster Satin Photo Paper Print Giclee print on Resin coated Satin Photo Paper 240gsm. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in 55in x 44in 60in x 49in 72in x 58in Giclée Fine Art Matte Paper Print Giclee print on Fine Art Matte Paper. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in Framed Print Mounted with Plexiglass and Frame. Ready to hang. 12in x 10in 16in x 13in 20in x 16in 24in x 19in 30in x 24in 36in x 29in 42in x 34in 48in x 39in