Explore the World of Social Commentary Art
Welcome to my world of social commentary art, where every brushstroke serves as a call to action and every composition sparks conversations about pressing global issues. Step into a realm where art becomes a powerful tool for addressing political injustice, environmental degradation, and societal inequalities.
Through thought-provoking imagery and poignant narratives, my series of works sheds light on the urgent challenges facing our world today. From the devastating impact of climate change to the consequences of political corruption and corporate greed, each piece confronts the viewer with the harsh realities of our time.
Join me as we navigate through these critical issues, using art as a catalyst for social change and transformation. Together, let's ignite conversations, inspire action, and work towards a better, more just world for all.
Roger Mari
Welcome to my world of social commentary art, where every brushstroke serves as a call to action and every composition sparks conversations about pressing global issues. Step into a realm where art becomes a powerful tool for addressing political injustice, environmental degradation, and societal inequalities.
Through thought-provoking imagery and poignant narratives, my series of works sheds light on the urgent challenges facing our world today. From the devastating impact of climate change to the consequences of political corruption and corporate greed, each piece confronts the viewer with the harsh realities of our time.
Join me as we navigate through these critical issues, using art as a catalyst for social change and transformation. Together, let's ignite conversations, inspire action, and work towards a better, more just world for all.
Roger Mari
On The Easel
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Title: Rulers of the Desolate 2024 48 x 30 in Medium: Oil on Canvas "Rulers of the Desolate" stands as a stark testament to the profound injustices that plague our world, offering a searing critique of power, greed, and exploitation. In this captivating oil painting, the artist unveils a haunting tableau that confronts viewers with the harsh realities of societal inequality and systemic oppression. |
At the forefront of the composition, three voluptuous figures loom large atop a ladder, their opulent forms symbolic of political, corporate, and religious powers. With an air of arrogance and entitlement, they preside over a desolate landscape, where the fruits of their gluttony have left only barrenness and despair in their wake.
The ladder upon which these figures ascend serves as a poignant metaphor for the hierarchical structure of power, each rung representing another level of authority attained through privilege and exploitation. Meanwhile, a storm brews ominously on the horizon, its thunderous presence a harbinger of the impending consequences of unchecked greed and corruption.
Through a masterful blend of oil painting using the Zorn palette techniques, the artist captures the essence of societal decay with raw emotion and visceral intensity. With bold strokes and the use of a limited palette, they accentuate the stark contrast between abundance and deprivation, inviting viewers to confront the uncomfortable truths lurking beneath the surface of our world.
"Rulers of the Desolate" is more than a painting; it is a visual manifesto, a call to action to reconsider the forces that perpetuate inequality and suffering. It challenges us to question the systems that uphold injustice and to stand in solidarity with the marginalized and oppressed. It is a rallying cry for change, a plea for a world where power is wielded not for personal gain, but for the collective good.
As you gaze upon this powerful work of art, let it serve as a catalyst for reflection and action. Let it inspire you to join the fight for a more equitable and just society, where the rulers of the desolate are held to account and where hope, not despair, reigns supreme.
The ladder upon which these figures ascend serves as a poignant metaphor for the hierarchical structure of power, each rung representing another level of authority attained through privilege and exploitation. Meanwhile, a storm brews ominously on the horizon, its thunderous presence a harbinger of the impending consequences of unchecked greed and corruption.
Through a masterful blend of oil painting using the Zorn palette techniques, the artist captures the essence of societal decay with raw emotion and visceral intensity. With bold strokes and the use of a limited palette, they accentuate the stark contrast between abundance and deprivation, inviting viewers to confront the uncomfortable truths lurking beneath the surface of our world.
"Rulers of the Desolate" is more than a painting; it is a visual manifesto, a call to action to reconsider the forces that perpetuate inequality and suffering. It challenges us to question the systems that uphold injustice and to stand in solidarity with the marginalized and oppressed. It is a rallying cry for change, a plea for a world where power is wielded not for personal gain, but for the collective good.
As you gaze upon this powerful work of art, let it serve as a catalyst for reflection and action. Let it inspire you to join the fight for a more equitable and just society, where the rulers of the desolate are held to account and where hope, not despair, reigns supreme.
The Art of Deception, 2019
Mixed media painting over canvas 37 x 47 Inch Unfortunately, we not only damage the planet, but we continue with the greed of a few and the lack of will of many that lead us to political changes of failed systems, unable to change we return to the well-known failed practice.
Many of us do our best to alert this change and my tool is the visual arts. 2020 Group Exhibition
November 28, MUNAT Jalisco, Mexico. |
Metamorphosis, 2019
Mixed media painting over canvas 47x37 Inch The world is undergoing transformations driven by human behavior pushing the planet to a metamorphosis that will make it difficult for most of humanity to tolerate, making us the next species in extinction. The ongoing debate on climate change , if the pandemic was real or whom may be behind, demonstrates how little we care.
2021 Group Exhibition
April 18-May 9, Nowness. The Pandemic Station March 28-May 28, 2021(Virtual Nowness. The Pandemic Station) 2019 Group Exhibition March 12 to 17th, Wynwood Juried Show (Curators Voice) |