Mania
Acrylic, clay on canvas, wood board
This is a series of works that includes 17 paintings and dozens of small sculptures, named "Mania." It is executed in a variety of styles and techniques, including realism, surrealism, abstraction, and cubism, all of which collectively express my personal cognition and feelings during the manic phase of bipolar disorder.
Regarding the installation of the works, I did not use the "high-end" layout that is commonly found in art galleries, but instead installed all the works closely together, as they collectively express my excessive excitement and cluttered thoughts during the manic phase.
In addition to that, some of the portraits are of my friends who are also struggling with their own mental illnesses. I hope that through these paintings, I can bring them joy and a sense of value, and also raise awareness about the psychological state of people with mental illnesses to a wider audience.
