Carruth’s work acknowledges that life is often heavy and overwhelming, filled with slight obstructions that collectively block our view. Through the medium of collage, she illustrates how these restraints build up, creating a complex landscape that requires deliberate effort to navigate. It is a visual representation of the moments when even stepping back isn't enough to see the whole picture, capturing the mental fatigue of a crowded perspective.

The artist invites us to actively clear away what is in the way, using the play of light to guide the eye toward what is real. By focusing on the act of polishing our perception, the piece becomes an evocative tool for an introspective journey. It suggests that while the world is complicated, we have the agency to cut through the restraints and find a clear, unburdened vision of our own reality.