This painting is the most recent of an extensive series incorporating animal skulls and anthropomorphism. When creating these paintings, I found it easier to represent these animals in a human-like manner. They were more relatable and took on characteristics of their own. They were not just animal skulls but representations of a deeper meaning and overall theme.
The title ‘Gallus’ is a double-edged sword. In Latin, gallus simply means rooster. In other cultures, the word is defined as bold, daring, or reckless. The rooster is brazen, self-confident, and radiates masculine energy. He’...
