Year: 2023

Description: The artwork Desinsection in Paradise presents a visual and conceptual contrast between the idealized and ugly, the imaginary and the real. The grand, classical building at the center, rendered with symmetry and architectural precision, evokes notions of paradise, order, and perfection. It symbolizes a utopian vision, a sanctuary of beauty and refinement. In stark contrast, splashes of ink and watercolor in the form of oversized insects or parasites invade this serene setting. These abstract, vibrant blotches disrupt the harmony of the composition. They are messy, uncontrolled, and almost violent in appearance - visual metaphors for the imperfect, the mundane, or even the threatening forces that intrude upon our ideals. This tension invites viewers to reflect on the fragility of imagined paradises. The parasites may symbolize internal anxieties, societal flaws, or the reality that lurks beneath surface appearances. The work opens a dialogue between fantasy and reality, challenging the viewer to question: What happens when the perfect is contaminated? Is our idea of paradise always at risk of collapse meeting the reality?