issue 6

// art

Title: Cibum Cogitationis (Food For Thought) // Artist: Allan Sanchez

about the piece

2024 mixed media collage which blends recycled paper, acrylic & spray paint. Assembled on 22×28 cardboard 

This piece reflects on the overconsumption of goods in society and the inhumane systems we create to sustain ourselves, which ultimately have negative affects on the natural environment 

“The earth provides enough for every man’s needs, not every man’s greed.” -Gandhi

about the artist // Allan Sanchez

Allan Sanchez is a NYC based multidisciplinary artist whose work merges social consciousness with a poetic visual language. Grounded in the belief that art can illuminate the unseen while challenging the familiar, his works weave together symbolism, layered narratives, and emotionally charged imagery. Influenced by music and the storytelling traditions found in literature, his practice spans mediums—ranging from illustration, painting, mixed media to music production. Each work becomes a dialogue between personal reflection and collective experience, inviting viewers to question cultural norms, confront social realities, and explore the different stories that shape our world.

Instagram: @Inaurora2002