People as Plants

Found, 2023, Pen and Ink, 18" x 24"

Found

Found portrays Hixson’s sister, with whom he shares a bond rooted in curiosity and care, symbolized through their shared pitcher plants. Rendered in pen and ink, the looping, searching lines reflect her scientific mind, always gathering information, observing patterns, and reaching toward deeper understanding. The composition honors her loyalty and compassion, depicting a figure who offers guidance through honesty, delivering difficult truths with clarity, warmth, and genuine care.