Oh Look! It's Us!: The Climb of Life
We witness an all too familiar scene unfold, capturing the essence of human perseverance amidst a seemingly endless cycle. Tiny figures, driven by determination, construct a human ladder, attempting to ascend to the heights above. Yet, just as they approach the summit, fate intervenes with a crushing blow from a giant boot, commencing the cycle once more.
An allegory of the grind culture and the eternal cycle of failure, the artwork poses a profound question to us all. Do we succumb to despair and give up, or bravely persist in the face of adversity, striving for that elusive summit, though the odds may appear daunting and hopeless?
The choice, a defining moment we encounter on our individual journeys, guides us towards our own path amid the relentless climb of life.
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Stylistic framework:
"The Climb of Life" is part of a series of Neo-Expressionist artworks titled "Oh Look! It's Us!" by DocT. Rooted in the late 20th-century movement, Neo-Expressionism emerges as a rebellious force against the abstract and conceptual art of its time, giving prominence to emotional intensity and the raw tapestry of human experiences. Within this series, a kaleidoscope of distorted yet powerfully authentic reflections of reality and the intricacies of the human condition and the current Zeitgeist is unveiled.
The fusion of static and animated pieces beckons viewers to embark on a journey into the abyss of existence's disarray. Each digital stroke and frame has been meticulously crafted to encapsulate the very essence of our shared human plight. Through somewhat chaotic brushwork and vibrant hues, the series embraces the profound and illuminates the enigmatic and unsettling aspects of life in an almost visceral manner.
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Process and media:
Each work is the outcome of a specifically designed multi-step process, which includes the creation of a series of base images with MJ and/or SD, the partial blending of the base image drafts, and comprehensive post-editing using Photoshop and other editing tools.
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Of note:
The majority of pieces from this line of work will be 1/1 NFTs, apart from future airdrops to collectors and occasional edition pieces. Some works may also be available as separate physical art prints and/or semi-robotic installations/"physical gifs" in the future, which would not include the NFT.