In a scene shrouded in otherworldly ambiance, a lone Sleep Demon stands at the precipice of a cliff, gazing into a valley filled with swirling, ethereal mist. The demon wears an unzipped backpack, forgotten in the urgency of the moment, and appears poised to step off the edge into the unknown. With a glance back over its shoulder at the viewer, the demon conveys a sense of both trepidation and resolve.
"Before I Transmute" embodies the artist's realization that to evolve and continue their journey, they must take bold leaps into the unknown. This painting captures the profound moment of deciding to embrace the path of an artist, driven by the desire to reconnect with their son. The feeling of stepping off a cliff symbolizes the courage required to pursue one's dreams, despite the uncertainties that lie ahead.
This scene, recurring in dreams and reality for the artist, represents the ongoing cycle of evolution. It reflects the "Theory of Transmission," a concept developed by the artist and their brother, which describes the perpetual process of stepping into the unknown, navigating through it, and emerging transformed. "Before I Transmute" invites viewers to contemplate the bravery and perseverance needed to embrace change and seek the paths that lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
