Shelf Relics

A weathered, partially deconstructed wall, revealing the skeletal wooden framing of a structure. The exposed wallboards are stained with water damage, forming dramatic abstract patterns in tones of brown, tan, and charcoal. Diagonal and vertical wooden beams create a strong geometric grid, contrasting with the organic chaos of the damaged wall behind. Amid this decay, a makeshift wooden shelf holds three humble ceramic vessels: a small white pitcher, a cloudy glass, and a bright yellow coffee mug. The vivid yellow of the mug stands out as the only splash of saturated color, creating a focal point and a sense of quiet resilience. Photo by James T Gunderson, taken in Wonder Valley, Ca 2025 (Edition of 10 for each size)