Thanay Pulipaka

Artwork Title

Evolution of jokers

Expressive Form

Painting

Artist statement

Artists use their artwork as a powerful weapon to challenge social and political views in innovative ways. As an artist, I address these issues and challenge the boundaries and hierarchies imposed by those in power. My artwork can open up space between the artwork and the world which produces knowledge and solidarity. I have used the medium‎ of acrylic painting on canvas as my material practice to create a work that is focused on using rich tonal variation to create a highly detailed interpretation of the evolution of the character, “The Joker”.

The concept of my work explores how the character the Joker has been portrayed in many different ways over time. Through many movies, TV shows, and comic book appearances, the Joker has undoubtedly become a darker, more violent character, while keeping some symbolic characteristics. This work is also a comment on violence in our society and questions Hollywood’s glorification of violence as valuable content.