The Mermaid of Mercury

by Christina Rick

Title

The Mermaid of Mercury

Artist

Christina Rick

Medium

Digital Art - Digital Painting

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An original digital painting by artist, Christina Rick, based on an abstract sketch of a mermaid

- A mix of acrylics and oil blended with a grainy texture to give a 3-D effect
- Color and crater texture scheme based on the makeup of the planet of Mercury, inspired by that of the artist's muse, Freddie Mercury

"The planet Mercury, little is known about it other than it being one of our closest neighbors & smallest planet in our solar system -- but closest to the sun -- I found it symbolic as mermaids are mythical, legendary creatures of the oceans, and although we know more than we do about Mercury, we know little about the depths of the ocean, much like we knew very little of the depths of Freddie. Freddie often used references to mythical creatures in his lyrics, and he always referred to Queen's music and performances as a form of 'escapism.' In his song, 'Liar,' for instance, he says, 'I have sailed the seas, from Mars to Mercury,' and I felt the connection to the seas and the planet were very intertwined in painting this. This is a homage piece to the power of escapism in creating art." - Christina Rick

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February 3rd, 2020

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