A stark central field presents the word “LOVE” in bold, black, sans-serif lettering, set against a soft, textured white background.
Beneath the letters, a simple line drawing of two hands clasped together quietly reinforces the word’s meaning—human connection reduced to its most minimal, universal form.
This calm, open space is violently interrupted at its edges.
From both the top and bottom, a dense mass of tightly packed, grotesque faces presses inward. Each face is uniquely distorted—bulging eyes, gaping mouths, warped expressions—yet together they merge into a single overwhelming surface of darkness. The forms are rendered in heavy monochrome, creating a suffocating visual weight that contrasts sharply with the clean centre.
The boundary between these two worlds is uneven and raw, resembling a torn or burned edge. It suggests a fragile separation, as if the chaos is either being held back or steadily encroaching on the central space.
The composition balances simplicity against relentless detail. From a distance, the message is immediate and clear. Up close, the surrounding mass reveals an intricate, almost infinite complexity.
At its core, the piece holds a tension: a single, quiet idea of connection suspended between forces that threaten to overwhelm it.
print details
Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm, a museum-quality fine art paper made from 100% cotton.
Each piece is produced using professional giclée printing for exceptional detail, colour depth, and longevity.
Production & Shipping
Each artwork is made to order in New Zealand.
Please allow 3–7 working days for printing and framing before dispatch.
Your order will be carefully produced and shipped directly to you.
edition:
Limited edition, individually signed and numbered by the artist.
Includes a certificate of authenticity.
A stark central field presents the word “LOVE” in bold, black, sans-serif lettering, set against a soft, textured white background.
Beneath the letters, a simple line drawing of two hands clasped together quietly reinforces the word’s meaning—human connection reduced to its most minimal, universal form.
This calm, open space is violently interrupted at its edges.
From both the top and bottom, a dense mass of tightly packed, grotesque faces presses inward. Each face is uniquely distorted—bulging eyes, gaping mouths, warped expressions—yet together they merge into a single overwhelming surface of darkness. The forms are rendered in heavy monochrome, creating a suffocating visual weight that contrasts sharply with the clean centre.
The boundary between these two worlds is uneven and raw, resembling a torn or burned edge. It suggests a fragile separation, as if the chaos is either being held back or steadily encroaching on the central space.
The composition balances simplicity against relentless detail. From a distance, the message is immediate and clear. Up close, the surrounding mass reveals an intricate, almost infinite complexity.
At its core, the piece holds a tension: a single, quiet idea of connection suspended between forces that threaten to overwhelm it.
print details
Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm, a museum-quality fine art paper made from 100% cotton.
Each piece is produced using professional giclée printing for exceptional detail, colour depth, and longevity.
Production & Shipping
Each artwork is made to order in New Zealand.
Please allow 3–7 working days for printing and framing before dispatch.
Your order will be carefully produced and shipped directly to you.
edition:
Limited edition, individually signed and numbered by the artist.
Includes a certificate of authenticity.
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