Sanctuary Under Neon captures the unmistakable presence of a Waffle House, a beacon of late-night refuge, resilience, and the quiet poetry of the everyday. The iconic yellow signage—distorted yet recognizable—glows against a deep blue sky punctuated by stars, blending the cosmic with the commonplace.
The reflective windows, shimmering with uncertainty, create a sense of both transparency and secrecy. The emptiness of the foreground, a vast textured pavement, hints at stories just beyond the frame—people who have passed through, moments that have unfolded in the glow of fluorescent lights.
By isolating this familiar space, the piece transforms a simple roadside diner into a symbol of permanence in an ever-shifting world, asking viewers to consider the places where they have found unexpected solace.
Printed with borders