A Trick of Light

I'll probably just disappear one day...
fade away into some film emulsion from the 50's...
the black & white stock of a film noir...
Or the cranked up chroma of an
early Technicolor classic
Just a trick of the light
much like Life itself

— George Phillips
October 30, 2018

George Edward Phillips, 64, of Star, MS, passed away on March 7, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, eight days after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He was born in West Monroe, LA and lived in Star, MS for over 30 years. He graduated from West Monroe High School and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from ULM. Music, animals and art filled his life, and he approached each day with wonder and creativity. His gentle spirit and quick wit will be missed. His mantra was to look for joy, beauty, and meaning every day. He was loved and respected by many.  — Published in The News Star on Mar. 31, 2019