Strangled
Completed in early 2026 after a six-month evolution, Strangled is a vibrant, multi-media exploration of the tension between classical tradition and contemporary chaos.
At the heart of the composition is a beautifully rendered equine figure, painted in rich, traditional oils. This symbol of grace and power is juxtaposed against a raw, "street-aesthetic" environment built from layers of neon spray paint, gestural pastels, and graphic acrylic patterns. The title, Strangled, speaks to a sense of restricted potential—visualized by the tight red halter and the hovering, ghost-like equine heads that suggest a fragmentation of spirit.
The piece is grounded by a trio of burning candles, lending a ritualistic or memorial quality to the work. This contrast of the "sacred" (the candles and the horse) against the "profane" (the checkered patterns and aggressive red scrawls) creates a visual friction that defines the piece.
Technical Details
- Surface: Premium gallery-wrapped canvas.
- Process: Started in mid-2025, the work features a complex layering process where the immediacy of spray paint and acrylics provides a foundation for the slower, more deliberate application of oil paints.
- Presentation: The painting arrives ready to hang, encased in a sleek, modern metal frame that features a subtle woodgrain texture—blending organic warmth with industrial precision.
- Signature: Signed and dated by the artist on the reverse.
Dimensions: 36 x 36 x 1.5 in (Size including frame: 36.5 x 36.5 in)
Mediums: Oil, Acrylic, Pastel, and Spray Paint on Canvas
Framing: Professional thin metal frame with a dark woodgrain finish