White Male Identity (Ohio Themed)

This portrait represents a white male, born and raised in Ohio. 

The mural shows the man smiling, with the Ohio state flag repeated in the background and Ohio state outlines overlapping his face. This is representative of the individual's identity within the greater Ohio community. Various cultural aspects of Ohio are represented in the design, such as Old Man's Cave, the monarch butterfly, the cardinal, and state flowers, in vibrant, dynamic colors to show a deep connection and tradition. 

In the bottom left corner, an illustration of Old Man's cave is representative of the natural landscapes of Ohio. The cardinal, Ohio's state bird, represents devotion and relationships, and is figured into the design of the man's shirt over his heart. The placement of this element emphasizes Ohio values of helpfulness and friendliness, which are common in Midwestern culture. 

Also illustrated is the famous Buckeye leaf, a symbol widely associated with Ohio and representative of the strength and sturdiness of the Buckeye tree.