The loss of a dream, the will, or the capacity
to have either of the two portrays misfortune
itself. The piece “Cocktits” gives a hint
on how Tristram views the multifarious
perceptions of his subjects. The cactus,
symbolizing tremendous desire, corrupts the
mind in seeing things as they really are. It
is not hard to notice that while the process
of viewing is directed from the outside to the
mind, this piece reflects a reverse process
instead. And yet even upon completing the
series for his second exhibition, one still
misses to arrive at a thorough investigation
about his works; an ever shifting route. He
discloses the gore of each piece by diluting
the background with tones of grey; leaving only
traces of brushstrokes to imply the violence
that is unrevealed and the peacefulness that
is no longer there. And so Shallow Grave
brings to mind how death quietly chaperones
life down to the ground.
HUBIN MAGAZINE
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