It could be nice, us up there (2025) April Werle
36 × 24 in, Acrylic and stain on wood panel
Wait! There’s something up the stairs
Hold on! What if they’re in pairs
Too late! Standing are my hairs
Do you wanna go up there?
It could be much nicer, swear
We could go if we prepare
It could be but maybe not
Not what you or I had thought
Would you care if we forgot?
I think doing it is wise
We are safe in our disguise
It’s what they and they advise
Well…mmm…maybe you are right
Fine… I wanna be polite
Ok… stifling all my fright
Exhibition: I Live With a Ghost — PlatteForum, Denver, CO — November - December, 2025
See also: Candle Study V (2025); Candle Study VI (2025); Bless me angel (2025); My friends say I’d be like you in a past life (2025)
Read: Race, Shadow, and Self-Perception in I Live With a Ghost; Haunted Houses + Artist Residency