| Generally, my current work is quite
conceptually saturated, looking into the endless theme of ‘time’, and the
human condition of requiring to find meaning within it. With my practice, I
reflect on the guiding issues of the present day, both politically and
philosophically, as well as finding comforting related views, within
forgotten pasts and narrative futures. Such heavy concepts often become the
starting point to open up new conversations within my work, including
elements such as existentialism, melancholy, and satire. For this open call I
am entering a piece entitled “Alien Zoo”; egg tempera and oil on
board, measuring at 13 x 18 cm. With this work I wanted to take a step back
and look at the state of the modern world and humanity’s current predicament
as a whole, taking into account political, social, and environmental
positions. With such political turmoil clawing its way into every aspect of
life, the modern world seems to be nothing more than a endless and growing
list of problems, all of which we have caused ourselves. The constant clash
and failure of political ideologies leaves the everyday person fearing for
what the future holds. With this painting I have tried to show the pressure
humanity is under, while satirically asking where we are heading if things do
not change. |
Spectre of the Real 