Inferno II 2020

James Jean made this 'Inferno II' painting with what looks like layered acrylics or maybe even digital tools. The colors are kinda pastel-ish, like bubblegum mixed with a rainy day. I see a lot of thin, flowing lines creating these almost dreamlike figures. Check out the way the pink and blue swirl together, it’s like the paint is breathing! There's a lightness to it, but also a tension. It’s not just decoration, it feels like a process of searching. Notice how some edges are super sharp, while others just fade away, which is a cool trick that keeps your eye moving around. Jean's work reminds me a bit of Yoshitomo Nara, that same playfulness mixed with a touch of unease. It's a reminder that art doesn't have to give you all the answers, sometimes it’s more fun to just get lost in the questions.