“Caught Slipping”
Oil on canvas
18 x 34 in
2013
The retaliating energy coming from his
works is almost as necessary as his need to
overcome his demons. It is safe to assume
that the artistry or aesthetic experience of
the artist is brought about by his acquired
tolerance and casual initiations with
dread. This grim creativity in describing
torture while keeping it visually appealing
allows Tristram to initiate a tug-of-war
between despising and appreciating his works
entirely.
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