Obvious State is a creative studio, their artwork and goods are inspired by beautiful language that has stood the test of time, poetry that stretches the imagination, and philosophy that prompts us to think deeply. Obvious State takes snippets of text from literature, philosophy, and poetry as inspiration for a visual response and illustration.
“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” – Ida B. Wells
Trailblazing journalist Ida B. Wells knew what she stood for and unwaveringly stood for it: Truth. Despite the impediments as both a former slave and a black woman living in the post Civil War south, she relentlessly pursued stories that exposed horrific injustices, often jeopardizing her own safety.
She viewed truth—no matter how hard it was to tell—as the ultimate means of confronting corruption, injustice, and hatred. She didn’t embellish, or write to fit her agenda or feelings. She didn’t allow herself to be defined by ideologies or interest groups. She told the truth. The illustration is a nod to her remarkable strength, and the idea that the act of writing as a form of truth telling shines a light on the world.
Product Details:
- Cover: 18pt recycled chipboard made from recycled content & books
- 32 college ruled sheets, uncoated 70# paper
- Pocket sized: 3.5 x 5 inches
- Saddle stitched with matching black staples
- Made in US in partnership with Scout Books.
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