I'm heavily inspired by radical print design, particularly of the 70s after the birth of the Xerox, such as Shrew and OZ Magazine as well as protest banners and zines. I love the fast-paced, imperfect, tactile feeling and I try to emulate this through physically editing my work.
The design elements I would use for my maximalist work takes inspiration from tarpaulin advertisements and posters you would see across Metro Manila. The visual character of these advertisements are really kitsch.
In many works, sturdy, almost sculptural nude women appear alongside children and dogs, suggesting an untamed intimacy. The rust-colored painting is Barry's interpretation of the famed Capitoline Wolf, a centuries-old sculpture depicting Romulus and Remus, the mythical twin founders of Rome who were suckled by a she-wolf after being abandoned.
This project involved the reconstruction of a dilapidated building located in Guangzhou's old town along Tongfu Xi Road, a historic street established in 1926. Once vibrant, this area has suffered from significant neglect over the years, with many buildings falling into disrepair, creating safety hazards that forced both residents and businesses to leave.
