Liam Sterling
Fatman
Fatman
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Artwork with Certificate of Authenticity (COA), stamped and signed by hand by the artist on the reverse.
Highlights
- High quality Giclée print
- Hahnemühle Fine Art paper, museum quality picture size 50x70 cm, paper size 60x80 cm – Edition X/5
- Shipped without frame, shipped rolled in a tube and packed carefully, replacement in case of damage to the artwork.
Liam Sterling is a German digital artist who has become a master in communication, graphic design and photography. With a passion for digital art, Liam Sterling has explored the limits of technology and developed a unique and personal style. Over the past 10 years, Liam Sterling has worked tirelessly to create original works for private individuals and private collections in Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, Ireland, Portugal, the Netherlands, Germany, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates. Liam Sterling’s art has been widely recognized and appreciated for its innovative use of technology and its ability to push the boundaries of traditional art forms.
In his latest artworks, Sterling combines digital painting with artificial intelligence (ai). Once again, he pushes the boundaries of technical possibilities and creates works of art that have never been seen before.
Sterling unmistakably has a soft spot for Star Wars with its characters such as Stormtrooper, Darth Vader, C-3PO, R2-D2 and Yoda and superheroes such as Batman, Spiderman, Hulk, Superman and Ironman. It is said that these comic and film works serve as inspiration for him.
Last Exhibitions:
- Stroke Art Fair – Germany
- myAUDI Sphere, single exhibition, Munich Airport – Germany
- ABC Westside Gallery, Munich – Germany
- Affordable Art Fair, New York – USA
- Red Bull art event, Salzburg – Austria
- Light Painting World Alliance, Oviedo – Spain
- Rotterdam Art Week – Netherlands
- ARTisFACTION, Pinakothek der Moderne, Munich – Germany
- Photo Annual Awards, Prague – Czech Republic
- Gold medal, Trierenberg Super Circuit – Austria
- Al-Thani Award, Doha – Qatar
- ArtMuc, Munich – Germany
- Ithra Art Week, Dammam – Saudi Arabia
Liam Sterling's "Fatman" challenges the archetype of the sleek and agile Batman, offering a thought-provoking digital painting that mimics the richness of oil strokes. In this unconventional portrayal, the iconic superhero takes on a profound transformation, embracing an obese, unhealthy, and chonky physique.
The color palette, a nuanced interplay of browns, dark tones, blacks, and light browns, sets a contemplative tone. Sterling's digital artistry skillfully captures the detailed textures of Fatman's costume and the subtleties of his larger-than-life figure.
"Fatman" stands as a bold commentary on societal expectations and body image, pushing the boundaries of our traditional perceptions of heroism. Sterling's adept use of the oil painting style in the digital realm adds a layer of authenticity to the character's unconventional portrayal, inviting viewers to reevaluate preconceived notions and appreciate the multidimensional nature of heroism. This artwork prompts reflection on the mutable nature of iconic figures, challenging us to consider the diverse forms heroism can take within the realm of imagination and artistic reinterpretation.
