Decadence: Resident Evil
The Bestiary
The paintings in this series depict the corruption of civilization during the period preceding WW2. Scenes from history co-mingle with images from the present and challenge the viewer’s imagination to connect the dots.
ARTIST NOTES:
A Bestiary is defined as “a medieval allegorical or moralizing work on the appearance and habits of real or imaginary animals.”
ICONS & SYMBOLS:
When Noah loaded his ark, he was very specific about which animals would be allowed on board. These are the creatures left behind.
MATERIAL NOTES:
Crushed dried leaves were adhered to the board before paint was applied which created a crinkly texture throughout.
Dimensions: 39in x 27in
Media: Acrylic with dried autumn leaves pressed and adhered to board.
Year: 2009