In Synonyms - Madison & Jack I, Sernet presents a fragmented yet intimate interplay of light and shadow, where the forms of the figures are reduced to abstract shapes that interlock and echo one another. The image feels almost sculptural, like carved voids in stone, inviting viewers to interpret the negative space as much as the forms themselves. By obscuring specifics and capturing only fleeting contours, Sernet turns the human body into something fluid and universal, blurring distinctions between male and female, known and unknown.

This approach, while minimalistic, carries a rich emotional weight. The fragmented shapes draw the viewer’s eye, creating a sense of movement and tension within the black-and-white contrast. Here, Sernet pushes us to consider the fundamental human need for connection, reduced to a simple and primal interaction of shapes. As with a Rorschach test, each viewer might see something different in the forms—an embrace, a conversation, or even a struggle—each interpretation shaped by personal experiences and cultural lenses.

In Synonyms - Madison & Jack I, Sernet’s abstraction of the human figure challenges us to strip away assumptions tied to identity, allowing the silhouette to act as a vessel for shared human emotions and interactions. The piece speaks to the fragility and universality of intimacy, a reminder that while each relationship is unique, it also reflects the collective experiences of humankind.