ORIGINAL SOLD
Acrylic Gouache and Acrylic on Canvas - Framed
Portrait of the Beautifully Dead (Day) amalgamates the features of famous individuals who passed away in 2022. In contrast to its 'Night' counterpart, this work poses a commentary on the thin line between beauty and monstrosity. Like the Creature, who Victor intended to be beautiful but instead has a terrifying appearance, Mekia’s work is powerfully unsettling. Composed of spray paint, chalk, and even splinters Mekia sustained during an injury in the studio, this powerful piece has physical pain literally built into the paint.
36"W x 48"H x 1.5"D
ORIGINAL SOLD
Acrylic Gouache and Acrylic on Canvas - Framed
Portrait of the Beautifully Dead (Day) amalgamates the features of famous individuals who passed away in 2022. In contrast to its 'Night' counterpart, this work poses a commentary on the thin line between beauty and monstrosity. Like the Creature, who Victor intended to be beautiful but instead has a terrifying appearance, Mekia’s work is powerfully unsettling. Composed of spray paint, chalk, and even splinters Mekia sustained during an injury in the studio, this powerful piece has physical pain literally built into the paint.
36"W x 48"H x 1.5"D
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"The second part of The Portrait of The Beautifully Dead diptych, is a night view of standing out in the darkness, representing life and vibrancy in the midst of death and darkness."
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