Judges in grand pageantry - The verdict does not smell good

Three solemn figures in elaborate, floral-embroidered costumes and oversized hats stand together against a surreal, desert-like backdrop. Their expressions are stern, and one holds a strange, blooming root. The vibrant color palette and enigmatic mood suggest a symbolic and surreal ceremony.

Artistic Statement: This piece blends surrealism and symbolism, evoking a sense of ritual and authority through unusual attire and a stark, otherworldly landscape. The figures recall ceremonial judges or mystical overseers, inspired by influences such as Enki Bilal and surrealist traditions, mixing formality with the uncanny.

© emma cha