A Distorted Lifeline: Exploring Faith and Desperation in a Dystopian Future

This compelling series of paintings, begun in 2017, immerses viewers in an ecological dystopia where water scarcity has become the norm. In this imagined future, figures cling to life preservers as symbols of faith and hope for a coming deluge that might rescue them from aridity and disaster. Through this body of work, the artist examines the intersections of consumerism, capitalism, and humanity's enduring search for salvation.
The series portrays a society where life preservers have transformed into objects of both desire and necessity, mirroring the modern obsession with plastic and waste production. As the boundary between reality and fiction blurs, the characters appear trapped in an endless cycle of hope and despair, reflecting a deeper commentary on the ecological crises of our time.
The paintings critique the social and systemic forces that perpetuate environmental degradation and the exploitation of natural resources. What was once a universal emblem of safety and protection—a life preserver—has now become a poignant reminder of humanity's vulnerability in the face of ecological collapse.
As viewers move through the series, the recurring theme of the search for salvation emerges as central to the human condition. The figures clutch their life preservers as if they were talismans, a fragile link to survival in a hostile world. Yet, this dependence raises a provocative question: are we truly seeking solutions, or are we merely clinging to the hope of a miracle?
This series invites reflection on the precarious balance between humanity’s resilience and its destructive tendencies, offering a haunting yet powerful critique of our collective future.Series: ”Después del diluvio”