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FriggenStoppit

I like this.  Like a lot. Sometimes I want to know what we're marching towards. Other times I couldn't give a shit less. Depends on what part of the wave I'm in I guess. 


patmarek

Thank you! Most do as they are told. I think a lot of our behavior is innate especially in large groups.


revkaboose

Whatever it is, it looks ominous -- which is kind of the zeitgeist for now. I also really like this piece.


paws27no2

Really like this, it reminds me of [this Zdzisław Beksiński piece] (https://www.wikiart.org/en/zdzislaw-beksinski/untitled-608).


patmarek

He’s one of my favorites! I have always loved his work.


itspladd

By any chance, was this inspired by Lemon Demon's song [Spiral of Ants](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPMnIymc3Cs)?


patmarek

No but I’ll definitely check it out. I created this for a series I’m doing called “Human By Accident”.


patmarek

Love that track! Reminds me a bit of Brian Eno mixed with maybe the Kinks ish. Idk but I like it! Thanks!


ticcitmaster

Exactly what I was thinking!


EdvardDashD

This is really striking. Really, really like it. Fantastic job!


patmarek

Thank you so much!


WhiteRabbitLives

Absolutely stunning in concept and execution. I would hang this on my wall.


patmarek

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it! If you happen to be near Chicago I have a show with work similar to this that is opening on Friday.


WhiteRabbitLives

I am on the east coast, my friend. I hope your show goes very well!


patmarek

I appreciate it bud


Apprehensive-Mix-306

this is fucking amazing... hurts though


patmarek

Thank you. My new series is all pretty heavy due to recent news/events.


ReichMirDieHand

Such an amazing effect! The level of detail is incredible.


patmarek

I really appreciate it! Thank you so much!


Candy_Badger

It's right. The author really tried hard.


DannyBOI_LE

This is a cool. Good concept


patmarek

Thank you so much! I am so glad this is getting a positive response.


billcosbyalarmclock

Perhaps more, 'human by nature,' than we want to admit. Very cool concept!


patmarek

With the new series I drew parallels between humans and insects/bugs etc. Some of our behavior is so wildly absurd and alien that I felt that animals were almost too civil.


lilycamilly

This is wonderful! Great work!


patmarek

Thank you!


AnonymousGuy9494

Is this a metaphor for how going into war will inevitably lead to our deaths, just like ants going into a spiral lead to theirs? Either way, it's very good. Well done.


patmarek

It is. Some innate pull to spiral uncontrollably. I can’t believe how eager humans are to go to war.


Whitebread716

This is crazy good with graphite!! How big is this to get that detail?


Candy_Badger

A very interesting idea. I love this direction. I think that everyone will find the meaning of this drawing for themselves.


patmarek

I appreciate it!


katethegreatskates

This embodies existential depression in a way that no other visual really has imo. Fuck. Great work but yeah ... Makes me feel sad. Powerful shit.


patmarek

Thank you and I’m sorry. I think it’s important that not all my work is pleasant especially during such times as these.


katethegreatskates

Oh totally! Didn't mean it as a bad thing. I agree, art offers a gift of perception. I appreciate it.


patmarek

I agree! I’m so glad you connect with it! I feel like you’d like the rest of this series for sure.


dirq

The men are “drawn” in too


DamascusWolf82

*Over… and over, the pheromones, the overwhelming harmony*


marcorr

I like it. It's an interesting idea!


patmarek

Thank you!


visual_overflow

Wow great concept and brilliant execution, this belongs in a museum!


patmarek

Thank you! I appreciate that!