Valentine 2025

This artwork is a striking commentary on the state of modern love, where money and materialism often overshadow genuine emotional connections. At the center, a $100 bill is presented as a gift, wrapped in a bold red ribbon decorated with images of couples, romantic gestures, and hearts. However, these symbols of love—which imply that what appears to be affection may in reality be motivated by financial or personal gain—are deliberately provocative. The use of the $100 bill as the focal point is intentional and provocative, symbolizing the commercialization of relationships and the growing perception that love today comes with a price. The ribbon, traditionally a symbol of care and warmth, is here used as a visual metaphor for how love is packaged and presented in the material world. The work is a fusion of physical and digital