"The First Tool" (Lipstick)

18x24
Ink & Acrylic on Paper
 
 
This piece, created with black ink and acrylic on white paper, centers on the hand — humanity’s first tool. More than a form, it represents our ability to build, create, and connect. With our hands, we have shaped the world: making fire, crafting shelter, painting stories, and reaching for one another. Rendered in stark contrast, the hand is shown holding the essence of human ingenuity. At Johnnydreamawake, we embrace the profound connection between our creations and our stories, celebrating the art that binds us.