Medium: Gouache watercolor on bristol vellum
Size: 14" x 17"
Year: 2024
Endemic Pandemonium by Markham is a haunting gouache watercolor on bristol vellum, created in 2024. Measuring 14" x 17", this artwork is framed with a matte and wired, ready to hang.
This chilling piece depicts a desolate and apocalyptic scene, where grotesque creatures feast amidst a wasteland littered with human remains. The unsettling details of the robotic predator in the foreground devouring its prey, contrasted with a distant backdrop of decayed city ruins, evoke themes of humanity's fragility and the dystopian consequences of technological dominance.
Markham's masterful use of gouache creates striking contrasts between the vivid reds of the gore and the muted, desolate tones of the environment, heightening the visceral intensity of the composition. The intricate details, from the alien-like design of the predator to the haunting remnants of civilization, demonstrate the artist's skill in storytelling through imagery.
This evocative piece is a compelling addition for collectors drawn to themes of dystopia, horror, or Markham's bold and unapologetic approach to confronting the darker aspects of existence through art.
