Bachelors Degree

Mixed Media
34.0 x 42.0 cm
2022
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Title: “Unwritten Fate” Description: “Unwritten Fate” is a deeply personal and hauntingly evocative piece that confronts the fragility of life and the power of choice. The shadow of a revolver, ominously resting against a backdrop of handwritten words, represents a moment of profound despair—a crossroads where the weight of existence teetered on the edge of finality. The background is a “goodbye” letter, a suicide note that was never fully realized, the words bearing the raw emotion of a soul in turmoil. Yet, despite the darkness that the revolver symbolizes, the piece is not a testament to surrender, but rather to survival. The revolver, though present, remains unused, a silent witness to a life that chose to continue. The frame, scarred and burned, mirrors the pain and struggle that this moment encapsulates. Yet, through the cracks and damage, the piece stands as a symbol of resilience—a reminder that even in the darkest moments, the future remains unwritten. “Unwritten Fate” challenges the viewer to reflect on the choices we make in our most vulnerable times, and the strength it takes to turn away from the abyss. It is both a commemoration of a life nearly lost and a celebration of the enduring will to live.
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Papayon is a contemporary artist whose work explores tension, irony, and spiritual resilience through figurative painting. Rooted in classical technique and driven by raw, contemporary urgency, his imagery moves between control and collapse — where symbols, animals, and human gestures become quiet acts of defiance. His practice draws from art history, personal narrative, and lived experience, favoring emotional impact over explanation. Each piece functions as a fragment of a larger story, inviting the viewer to linger, question, and return. Based in Houston, Papayon’s work has been exhibited internationally and collected across the U.S. and Mexico.
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Born in 1980 in Tucson, Arizona. Currently residing in Houston, TX, USA.
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