I was expecting to have an in-person show at Partners Gallery in November though obviously that did not happen. I chose November as it is election month and the show would have opened the Friday after the election. This series was inspired by events related to those who are in positions of power who are acting like snakes. A portion of a boa constrictor skin is included in each work as a metaphor for the powerful. My time in the studio has been an escape for me from troubles in the outside world beyond my control and the lush color of these paintings is a contrast to the dark inner thoughts the snake metaphor conjures. For more information about my work, please contact me at mcohen@mcn.org.