This body of work comprises a series of paintings in which superheroes, and particularly the Hulk, play a central role in my creative process. I was originally drawn to the Hulk because of his constant struggle to control his strength. There is a human aspect in this struggle that evokes empathy for the Hulk, which I try to express through his presence in my paintings.
I believe it is this human element –the fragility behind immense strength– that makes many people relate to aspects of the Hulk. I am drawn to this explosive, passionate expression of emotion from an otherwise quiet, sensitive, and reserved person.
When those feelings –particularly anger– become too strong to contain, a transformation occurs.
