About the artwork
At first glance, we recognize the famous blue hair of Marge Simpson, one of the protagonists of Matt Groening's eponymous series, repeated like a motif that covers the entire composition. Her husband, Homer Simpson, can be seen emerging from - or burrowing into - one of these headdresses. However, connoisseurs of the series or fans of Internet memes will recognize a scene vividly taken from the series: our character sinks backwards into a bush in the face of an awkward situation he wishes to avoid. In fact, the analogy between this bush and Marge's hair, as well as the comic quality of the reused scene, give this edition a light-hearted, humorous quality that fits in perfectly with the Jerkface universe.
Expert opinion
This work is characteristic of Jerkface's visual universe. Reusing characters from American cartoons as motifs, the artist covers a composition to create a colorful, light-hearted landscape with humorous undertones.
About the artist
Born in 1982, Jerkface is a street artist living and working in New York. He developed a passion for graffiti while still in high school, and went on to study graphic design at the School of Visual Arts in New York. His colorful work is rich in references to pop culture, particularly the world of cartoons. In particular, he is known for not depicting the eyes of his characters, or repeating their all-over motifs on the same wall. His first solo exhibition was organized in 2016 at the Over the Influence gallery in Hong Kong. He has since been the subject of numerous exhibitions, in the United States and the rest of the world.
“Cartoon characters are part of everyone's childhood. They represent the innocence and joy that inhabit a memory of simpler times. Adulthood, for most of us, can sometimes be quite burdensome. Recalling my own youth through these compositions evokes both joy and nostalgia, and it has the same effect on the people who appreciate my work.”
Additional info
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