Returning Ducks
Date: 2023 ; Lithuania , Lithuania in terms of modern geography
Art form: Painting
Dimensions: 150 X 110 cm (59.06 X 43.31 in)
This pop art painting by Tadas Sokolovas depicts two ducks in flight, with a background of vibrant colors and symbols. The ducks seem to be returning to their starting point. This painting is coupled with painting "Leaving Ducks"
At the bottom of the painting, a cartoon image of Homer Simpson is depicted as awake and relaxed, riding on the back of one of the ducks. This contrasts with a previous painting by the same artist, where Homer was shown sleeping on a duck, symbolizing the start of a spiritual journey.
The painting is created using acrylics and lacquer, with an additional feature that the artist has utilized the blackest paint in the world, called Musou Black. This adds a striking contrast to the vibrant colors and adds depth to the painting.
The artwork conveys a message of happiness and the key to life, through the returning ducks symbolizing the cyclical nature of life and the importance of cherishing moments of joy. The painting is a blend of pop art and neo-pop art styles, with a touch of symbolism that invites the viewer to contemplate its meaning.
