"TATTOO IX"
Artist's Statement: Tattoo Series
I am trying to capture the vulnerability of the human form as well as emphasize its inherent beauty in the tattoo series. The canvas evolves into a mystical journey by portraying the story that the image on the male or female tells within the context of the overall painting. I select the models based on the intricacy of the pattern on their bodies and how those patterns will blend with the philosophical message of the painting.