Fight Soap, 2023

This piece, with "Fight Stupidity," is a 47 x 47-inch artwork that combines striking visual elements with a powerful message. At its center is a vibrant pink bar of soap, reminiscent of the iconic soap from the movie "Fight Club," with the words "...

This piece, with "Fight Stupidity," is a 47 x 47-inch artwork that combines striking visual elements with a powerful message. At its center is a vibrant pink bar of soap, reminiscent of the iconic soap from the movie "Fight Club," with the words "FIGHT STUPIDITY" engraved into its surface. The soap appears well-used, with bubbles and foam forming around its edges, adding a sense of realism and depth to the piece. The background is a deep navy cloth, which provides a rich, contrasting canvas for the pink soap. This cloth is adorned with silver leaf, subtly framing the soap and adding a layer of sophistication and texture to the artwork. The silver leaf catches the light, creating a dynamic interplay between the matte finish of the navy cloth and the reflective quality of the silver. The choice of soap as the central image, paired with the phrase "Fight Stupidity," suggests a call to cleanse or purify society from ignorance and irrationality. The bold, blocky text carved into the soap emphasizes the urgency and action implied by the message, urging viewers to confront and challenge the spread of stupidity. The combination of the textured navy cloth, the shimmering silver leaf, and the vibrant pink soap makes this artwork visually captivating while delivering a thought-provoking statement. The piece effectively merges pop culture references with a socially relevant message, creating a contemporary artwork that is both bold and meaningful.