Prurient Concupiscence
Drawing on paper. Colored pencil, ink, acrylic. 8.5 × 11 inches. 2023
A Carnal Conflict in Vibrant Chaos
This vivid piece, titled Prurient Concupiscence, delves into the theological and moral conundrum of concupiscence—a term rooted in theology that describes the human inclination toward sin, particularly when driven by sensual desires. By pairing the concept of concupiscence with the provocative term "prurient," the artist amplifies the sense of forbidden temptation and indulgent curiosity.
Drawing on paper. Colored pencil, ink, acrylic. 8.5 × 11 inches. 2023
A Carnal Conflict in Vibrant Chaos
This vivid piece, titled Prurient Concupiscence, delves into the theological and moral conundrum of concupiscence—a term rooted in theology that describes the human inclination toward sin, particularly when driven by sensual desires. By pairing the concept of concupiscence with the provocative term "prurient," the artist amplifies the sense of forbidden temptation and indulgent curiosity.
Drawing on paper. Colored pencil, ink, acrylic. 8.5 × 11 inches. 2023
A Carnal Conflict in Vibrant Chaos
This vivid piece, titled Prurient Concupiscence, delves into the theological and moral conundrum of concupiscence—a term rooted in theology that describes the human inclination toward sin, particularly when driven by sensual desires. By pairing the concept of concupiscence with the provocative term "prurient," the artist amplifies the sense of forbidden temptation and indulgent curiosity.
The composition is a riot of vibrant colors—greens, pinks, blues, and purples—juxtaposed against a shimmering golden background, evoking both divine allure and the weight of judgment. The central figures embody grotesque yet seductive forms, their exaggerated expressions and organic, twisting shapes suggesting both lustful allure and the torment of moral conflict.
The top figure, with a lurid grin and jagged features, appears as a personification of temptation itself—inviting, yet ominous. The lower figures, rendered in fluid and distorted forms, seem caught in a dance of indulgence and repentance, mirroring the human struggle between virtue and vice. The sharp contrast between the bright, almost joyful colors and the darker, ominous elements underscores this tension.
The golden background, often associated with divinity and sanctity, serves as a stark contrast to the sinful chaos in the foreground. This duality challenges the viewer to confront the inherent conflict within human nature—the yearning for the sacred amidst the pull of carnal desires.
This artwork provokes introspection on the fragility of human morality and the timeless battle between spiritual aspirations and earthly temptations. It invites viewers to embrace the complexity of their desires while questioning the consequences of succumbing to them.
