The UNIVERSAL TRUTHS Series 2014-2015 / 2017-Present
Universal Truths apply to all people regardless of race, religion, sexuality, or any other social labels. A Universal Truth is an inherent law that encompasses the way we feel and experience emotion and decision making.
While I have drawn from my own personal experiences for this series, I believe that all people can relate in some way, shape or form to these experiences. The Character with the hat is always represented to identify the painting as a Universal Truth. The Universal Truth character which began early in my painting career, is seen wearing a hat and either making a face such as winking, smiling, or a complete grey face. The grey background is used in message specific paintings as a metaphorical reference for non-gender, racial, or religious bias. The “Universal Truths” character is also often seen making geometrical facial expressions of sorts.
I began to paint them inspired heavily by the freedom in which Jean- Michel Basquiat would express himself and convey messages so strongly without using realism. I would later go on creating the “Phantom Faces” series to pay homage to Basquiat as well with my version of a three point crown. Art as in Music, is the great connector. I believe art has the power to bring so much good to society and mankind, but I believe it to be the most impactful when connecting with everyone. That is the main source of inspiration behind the series.
“Art is nothing if you don't reach every segment of the people.” -Keith Haring
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