Wipe Out

“Wipe Out” is part of a series exploring the hidden narratives behind seemingly ordinary objects, revealing deeper, unsettling layers beneath their facades. Made in response to the October 7th Hamas terror attacks on Israel, this piece draws from impactful media images depicting the scattered aftermath of toys, household items, and other debris. Baler-Moses tries to convey the vulnerability of innocent lives affected by violence.

Brightly colored children’s alphabet wooden blocks take center stage. The piece comprises two panels: canvas and an attached wood panel featuring three-dimensional alphabet blocks scattered across landscapes hinting at underlying turmoil, with distant horizons marked by fires and smoke.

“Wipe Out” features a partially obscured “W” block connected to the wooden panel, where the blocks spell “HOPE.” However, the falling “O” can also transform the message into “NO HOPE.” An “X” block positioned behind the wood panel serves as a prop, further accentuating the themes of destruction and loss present in the artwork.