Acrylic Gouache and Acrylic on Canvas
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 painting explores the essence of the self and the temporality of life. The foreground and background are muddled to allude to the fleeting nature of life, and the painting serves as a snapshot of the memories we have of the people we have lost."
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