Game of LIFE (for Men)

Life size "Game of Life" board game with vibrantly colored paths and funny tiles relating to the male experience.

Through a playful subversion of the classic board game, "Game of Life," Simmons invites us to explore the distinct experiences and narratives unique to men in “Game of “Real” Life: Male Version.” Simmons skillfully examines the formulaic path of human experience, boldly questioning the limitations and preconceived notions often associated with masculinity. In a thought-provoking departure from the traditional game, the piece disrupts the uniformity and stereotypes perpetuated by societal norms and conventional messages. It examines the intricate moments of growth and self-discovery that define the male experience, prompting viewers to ponder their own journeys and the shifting shades of the world. By challenging the pre-packaged notion of masculinity, her work serves as an invitation to challenge our preconceived notions and ideas that define the male experience.

A close-up of a section of a graphic or artwork with a yellow background. The text on it reads: 'I'm trying to figure out if these two women are related or if they just have the same plastic surgeon.
Detail of a mixed-media artwork featuring a green landscape, an orange textured card with text, and a segment of a path labeled 'PAY DAY', accompanied by tiny red flowers.
Close-up of a mixed media artwork featuring a yellow background with two contrasting statements: 'Me in my teens: don't tell me what to do' and 'Me in my 20s: please tell me what to do'. Below the text is a colorful cut-out of the word 'LIFE'.
Artwork featuring a comic-style panel with text: 'Do I call or should we just resolve this quickly with 200 text messages?' and a board game card labeled 'LIFE'.
Close-up detail of a game board artwork, showcasing a vibrant segment labeled 'Pay Day'. Features a red toy car on a winding path, adjacent to a 'LIFE' card with legible instructions and a scenic background with greenery and water.
Closeup of oversize painted LIFE gameboard with orange tile and text "Skip the nudes and show me a pic of your medicine cabinet I need to see what kind of psycho I'm dealing with here."
Artwork featuring an orange hexagon against a colorful background, with text reading: 'It used to be about how long you date until you fuck, now it's about how long you [engage in intimacy] until you date'
Closeup of oversize painted LIFE game orange tile with text reading "New York isn't meant to be lived in. It's a giant amusement park; you just stay as long as you can before you have to go home and kill yourself."
Large framed artwork resembling the 'Life' gameboard, with vibrant colors and pathways, featuring modern, gender-themed reinterpretations of traditional tiles. Positioned in a contemporary living area with a concrete wall, a gray sofa with cushions,
Oversized artwork displayed on a white brick wall, replicating the classic 'Game of Life' board game layout. The piece showcases vibrant colors, winding pathways, various landmarks, and iconic life event spaces. The room features wooden flooring, a l
Vibrant and detailed artwork depicting an oversized 'Game of Life' board, complete with winding pathways, colorful sections, and various life events. The board is framed and hung on a white wall, beside a light blue couch and a tall potted plant, in
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