Siamese 19 Painting

This piece is only available for sale through my website . Payment plans still available. This was the last piece of the Siamese series. I painted it between July and September of 2018 as I prepared for my solo exhibition in San Francisco. For this last piece the most noticeable difference is the reversal of the metal patchwork from the body of the fish, to the background. The original idea of the metal bodies was to convey the strength and body armor of a warrior. However, one of the main reflections I had when finalizing the series was that the most important strength is the one that comes from within. Therefore, I wanted to convey the fish breaking through the metal with movement, rawness, and passion. This marked an important breakthrough in my practice because it reflected the learnings I had acquired over the past three years, and it also set the stage for the next series as I explored different techniques in brushwork, drips, and broke free from the use of metal patchwork to visualize the subject matter. The painting includes hanging hardware, and is hand-signed on the back. It is a unique piece - no prints are available. About the Siamese series: Three years in the making, the Siamese series was inspired by the strong, yet flowing nature of Siamese fighting fish. I created this body of work with the goal of making it the transition from a full-time job working with technology startups in Silicon Valley to one where art, my calling, would take the center stage. Therefore, the whole series evolved in parallel to the mental and emotional journey of pursuing a goal regardless of obstacles and difficulty. The colorful brushstrokes are meant to convey the vivacious and flowing nature of Siamese fighting fish; and, the meticulous metal patchwork is meant to resemble thousands of scales, but most importantly, the armor and strength of a warrior. ​ 10% of the net proceeds of my art are invested in nonprofits that support economic development, and mental health.