Elephant

Oil on Canvas, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 1999

32cm x 45cm

This colourful picture shows an elephant with different kinds of skin, such as the skin of a tiger. In its mouth is a symbol taken from the Aztec culture which represents the pain the elephant is feeling. Below the mouth is a modern-style weapon, reminding us of how cruel humans can be, and what they have done to our planet. The elephant is crying because it is being denied its chance to live through the heartlessness of man.

Exhibitions

• Feltham, May 02
• Chelsea, Jul to Nov 02