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Ghosts, Grief, and GIFs by Tracy J Lee

Poignant and brief, they're nonetheless impactful

By Moss & FogUpdated 1 min read
An animated GIF by Tracy J. Lee from her series on grief and memory — looping images that hold onto something that keeps moving, exploring loss through the medium most associated with lightness

We’re enamored with these thought-provoking animated GIFs from artist Tracy J Lee.

In them, we see characters going about ordinary tasks, only to vanish into the ether, or have their very own ghost appear before them.

Illustrated in beautiful high contrast, the brief moments truly come alive.

Via Colossal:

A stylized living room featuring a red sofa with a decorative pillow, set against a pink wall. Above the sofa is a framed artwork depicting a city skyline at sunset.
An artistic illustration of an indoor space featuring statues, with sunlight casting geometric shadows across the floor and plants in the foreground.
A person sitting on the floor of a dimly lit room, leaning against a wall. The room has a pink wall, a door, a coat hanging on a hook, a wall clock, a potted plant, and some weights in the background.
A cozy cafe scene featuring a person sitting at a table, sipping a drink, surrounded by modern furniture and large windows that let in sunlight, casting shadows on the floor. A plant is visible on the table, adding a touch of greenery to the setting.
A person standing in a dimly lit room with a couch and a window. The room features purple tones and a floor lamp, with light streaming in through the window.
A solitary figure sitting on the floor in a dimly lit room, surrounded by dark walls and a pink beam of light. A side table and a vintage chair are visible, along with a wine bottle and glass.
A woman with pink hair stands under a black umbrella in the rain, wearing a black dress and boots, surrounded by stylized buildings in a contrasting blue and dark background.
A person sitting at a piano in a brightly colored room with red walls, yellow floor patterns, and shadows creating a striking contrast.
An animated illustration of two buildings with contrasting wall colors, one gray and one pink. The pink building features windows with orange light, while the gray side has darker windows.

Images © Copyright Tracy J Lee

By Moss & Fog Staff

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