Created By
John Paul Fauves
Acrylic on canvas
Curator
Luke Chapman
Fauves' "Boardman Clear" throws down a challenge to our notions of heroism and celebrity. The painting's distorted imagery and chaotic composition reflect the pressures and anxieties of modern fame, suggesting that even our most celebrated icons are not immune to the forces of fragmentation and decay. The Laker's branding acts as a symbol of aspiration and achievement, while the underlying cartoonish figure hints at the underlying human vulnerability. The work compels us to question the mythologies we create around our heroes, examining the complex interplay between image, identity, and cultural obsession.
"Boardman Clear" erupts with a frenetic energy, a visual slam dunk of pop culture and raw emotion. Fauves layers a distorted cartoonish face—eyes bugging out, teeth a mess of jagged lines—over a backdrop of Laker's purple and gold. The name "Lakers" and number "23" peek through the chaos, recognizable yet fragmented. Lines of neon paint streak across the canvas, adding to the sense of controlled chaos, a vibrant storm contained within the frame.
Created By
John Paul Fauves
160 x 135 cm | 63 x 53 in
