Stripped of Sanity, 2026, acrylic, 20 x 16 in. / 50.8 x 40.64 cm.

Stripped of Sanity, Madelyn Stafford, 2026, acrylic, 20 x 16 in. / 50.8 x 40.64 cm.

I felt unseen and misjudged by those closest to me, disconnected from myself. The black and white reflects a loss of vibrance and identity, while the melting skin symbolizes a fading sense of self and a weakening connection to my friends, family, and inner world.