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.