DUCEXONE

The artist's thought process behind this painting involves a deep exploration of identity, heritage, and the intricate relationship between tradition and modernity. By choosing to depict two indigenous pilots, the artist highlights the often-overlooked contributions of indigenous peoples in areas such as aviation, portraying them as figures of strength and innovation.

In the belly of the beast, two fishermen wrestle with the tides of fate, their lines entwined like fate’s tangled threads. The ocean, a restless giant, thrashes beneath them, a volatile dance of chaos and creation. Saltwater sprays like fleeting moments of joy, mingling with the laughter that echoes through the cavernous maw—a testament to their resilience amidst the storm.