SuperFatMan

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 "SuperFatMan" presents a compelling departure from the traditional image of the stalwart superhero, Superman. In this digitally painted piece, Sterling employs muted oil colors to craft a thought-provoking portrayal of an obese, unhealthy, and chonky rendition of the iconic figure.

The choice of muted oil colors infuses the artwork with a somber yet contemplative atmosphere. Sterling's digital prowess in replicating the textured strokes of oil painting lends an air of authenticity to the unconventional portrayal of Superman.

"SuperFatMan" emerges as a poignant commentary on the vulnerability and human frailty that often lie beneath the veneer of invincibility associated with superheroes. By challenging the archetype of Superman, Sterling prompts introspection on societal standards of physicality and the complexities of heroism.

This artwork invites viewers to reconsider the definition of strength and resilience, urging us to recognize the multifaceted nature of heroism that extends beyond physical prowess. Sterling's nuanced depiction sparks a dialogue on the nuanced and evolving nature of our perceptions of iconic figures within the realm of artistic reinterpretation.