Invade #03 (2024)

This installment of Prathueang Kampat’s ‘Invade’ series explores a mysterious inner power through the close-up of a colossal animal, employing a dominant palette of blue and black to create a more profound and spiritual atmosphere. The artwork captures the face of a giant bull or water buffalo head-on, dominated by deep, dark hues. The creature’s eyes are deep and still, engaging in an intense psychological confrontation by piercingly gazing at the viewer. The animal’s face is rendered primarily in deep blue and black, evoking the night sky or the deep sea, while bright flashes of color, such as orange, yellow, and teal, explosively illuminate the nose and eye areas. This use of color suggests that the creature is not merely a physical being but one that originates from a mythological and subconscious realm. The subtle yellow background acts like an aura surrounding the figure, enhancing its mystery. Through this third piece in the ‘Invade’ series, Prathueang Kampat visualizes a powerful, spiritual energy concealed within a calm exterior, challenging the viewer to embrace that power within their own deep consciousness.