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Title:Cry No MoreMedium:water mixable oil paint
Size:2ft x 3ft
Model:Rave
Collection of Atty.Lumibao
Rendered in the frozen portrait of the artist's seven-year old son, this painting is a dismal image of his own, youthful self. Ironically, this vivid orchestration of colors in realistic form narrates the early, untimely death of his beloved mother. According to Jaylo, this experience serves as his first, grave tribulation that eventually shaped him into the poetic soul that he has become. Unlike any ordinary child, he has even witnessed the dramatic passing away of his lifeless mother within his very own eyes. The gravity of pain was too much especially for his age, and had he been an average soul, he would have been shattered by the imperceptible scars of emotional devastation. But instead, he became numb. He was forced to swallow that bitter chunk of truth and live with it. All those tears that he could never have cried out solidified into an armor of anti-sensation and served as the sole shield of his much scarred soul. The pointing fingers around the central figure poses as a subtle symbolism for the rundown of trials in his life, screaming and pointing straight in his face. It is also highly noticeable that the child's face seems to glow with confidence and strength, despite the deluge of negativities trying to devour him. This is to simply represent that he has no choice but to get tough, especially in an imperfectly molded dog-eat-dog world. The painting was depicted in a whimsical manner, as if it was taken from an imaginary utopia, one that exists in the surreal corners of a delusive mind. However, according to Jaylo, this secret place is located inside him and it is not a mere product of delusion. It's not running away from the world. In fact, it's the protective shelter that embraces him as faces the sweet tragedies of this candy-coated world.
*would like to say Thanks to my Creator,to *axrai & sphilr for the support & Daily Deviation, to all who visited here,who left comments,who added my work as one of their favorites,who featured my artworks,who took the time to view my painting.Thank you all.
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Comments: 206
imPcheung [2010-04-09 00:47:25 +0000 UTC]
this reminds me of the linkin park song
very cool work
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Perscar [2010-04-09 00:44:30 +0000 UTC]
Numb, huh? Well, I seriously doubt he's comfortable.
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Harvov [2010-04-08 23:17:39 +0000 UTC]
Oh, and you're description of the piece was practically a poem on it's own
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hellosaysme [2010-04-08 22:57:18 +0000 UTC]
The explanation really won me over. This is wonderful~
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Vampire-Wings [2010-04-08 22:36:29 +0000 UTC]
This is a wonderful painting. Though, the description just about had me in tears.
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sparkythex [2010-04-08 22:27:37 +0000 UTC]
i like it.
also i read numb & i see numb.
however in my processing i couldn't get the word, "DUMB" out of my head.
i think it is some word association due to all the finger pointing.
very interesting.
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XNightshadeX [2010-04-08 20:52:31 +0000 UTC]
Gorgeous! I didn't even realize it was painted at first glance!
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blondyfreak [2010-04-08 20:34:32 +0000 UTC]
Hey,
this oainting is amazing. The concept is really good and worked out perfectly. Go on like this
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VelvetShadows [2010-04-08 20:23:19 +0000 UTC]
This is a wonderful piece.
I can understand, in a way, the kind of pain one must feel to become numb in this manner.
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Thanatos111 [2010-04-08 19:59:15 +0000 UTC]
When I first saw this, it reminded me of Rizal, I don't know why. I thought maybe you are "Pinoy".. and I think you really are
Yung style mo kasi parang pang-museum ng mga renowned Filipino artists haha...Galing!
Amazing surreal painting and story!
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Frindle [2010-04-08 19:41:16 +0000 UTC]
A very, very touching description that makes this picture what it is. This.. This really feels 'complete' to me, unlike many pieces of artwork I come across.
Very wonderful work.
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Allatwan [2010-04-08 19:27:18 +0000 UTC]
This is so poignant!
Don't we all wish we could be numb sometimes...
Honestly, I wish I could say more about this, but I'm at a loss for words
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Lupinator [2010-04-08 18:07:50 +0000 UTC]
There was something I hear once: Apathy is the death of the soul. I'd rather be mad as hell than feel nothing at all.
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petiteframboise [2010-04-08 17:46:51 +0000 UTC]
Very well done. Also, I love that you took the time to write something about the picture.
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Vypor [2010-04-08 17:32:18 +0000 UTC]
That is amazing. But I must say, the story is what blew me away more than the picture.
That kind of strength is not one found often.
I salute you on such a picture that portrays this, and to him, for hanging on through it all.
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alister67 [2010-04-08 17:15:29 +0000 UTC]
it is amazing, i read your comment and it makes so much sense, it's almost too eerily fitting, but def a fav
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this-is-sick [2010-04-08 17:12:30 +0000 UTC]
This piece is fantastic, and the story behind it is just.. I can't find the right word, but maybe inspiring?
I don't know.
I just love everything about the picture.
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SMBZrocks [2010-04-08 16:21:55 +0000 UTC]
I really liek this picture, the message it sends, the very own experience of the very child... it is amazing, I must say that I'm not very into art... but this proves to be an exception... I really like this painting!
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Nobody-said-so [2010-04-08 16:04:29 +0000 UTC]
Intense. Even from the thumbnail, the defiance of the boy's expression came through loud and clear.
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supperguppy [2010-04-08 15:36:51 +0000 UTC]
a perfect example of modern society, the easy way is always pointing an blaming and downgrading everyone.
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evusha [2010-04-08 15:12:28 +0000 UTC]
wow this is absolutely wonderful! perfect! I love almost everything about this picture. great work
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hurzdischnurz [2010-04-08 14:55:28 +0000 UTC]
one hand should be yellow. and shield should say: dumb. and would be nelson from the simpsons pointing at him saying "ha ha!"
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Okami-Of-Funny In reply to hurzdischnurz [2010-04-08 16:38:59 +0000 UTC]
Well your comment was very appropriate.
I can only hope you understand sarcasm.
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muse4ever [2010-04-08 14:23:53 +0000 UTC]
So beautiful and powerful! I can see, this painting must have an important message for us
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AlexBuechel [2010-04-08 13:36:00 +0000 UTC]
This would have made a cool album cover for Linkin Park when they had that numb aldbum
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loganabaddon [2010-04-08 13:18:01 +0000 UTC]
very cool artwork, reminds me allott about Comfortably Numb by Pink FLoyd. I loved it!
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kagome956 [2010-04-08 13:16:40 +0000 UTC]
This is a wonderful picture
and the story behind the picture is even more touching
There are no words to describe how wonderful this is.
Keep painting
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GreySidewinder [2010-04-08 13:07:09 +0000 UTC]
Woah woah woah. This is very nice.
It is indeed true that some people generate this armor to withstand reality, but what happens when such armor really turns you insensible? Makes you think: What is real maturity? Being able to not care or to listen?
Anyhow, this is a very interesting piece of art and I'm glad you put that text there, so it made more sense. Favorited.
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Aensraad [2010-04-08 12:48:47 +0000 UTC]
Wow... the outfit says it all... "BE A LITTLE MAN NOW"... damn.
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Ice-11 [2010-04-08 12:43:48 +0000 UTC]
I am in awe of this. It is truly amazing and the message put across is shown greatly in this image and reinforced by your words.
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CapQyu [2010-04-08 12:33:32 +0000 UTC]
Incredible. Your command over this medium is to die for; The details and colours are absolutely astounding. The inspiration and meaning of the piece is also wonderfully touching. A favourite for sure!
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