The Whispering Dark – Comic Book Pinup 2020

Robert Sammelin's "The Whispering Dark - Comic Book Pinup" from 2020 depicts a figure on a cross, their body fragmented and breaking apart. The figure's anatomy is distorted and fragmented, creating a sense of unease and discomfort. The stark contrast between the bright orange background and the purple-toned figure further emphasizes the disintegrating body, referencing the iconography of the crucifixion and death, yet in an entirely contemporary style. The artwork is a powerful commentary on mortality and the fragility of the human condition.