Anika Becker

ChimpMan

Painting
2019
Acrylic on canvas
16x20
While exploring ideas of possible evolutionary combinations these works bring light to acceptance of the other. Working away from a linear idea of evolution, these combinations show a possible development of evolutionary outcomes over gradual time. While there might be initial rejection of these beings, with closer look we may have a more open reaction to them. Closely looking at various animals, we are invited to reflect on their talents as a species and reject a human hierarchy.

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ChimpMan
ChimpMan

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Anika Becker

Painter/ Visual Artist

“My practice is avidly growing with the knowledge I learn from the world around me. Looking closely at the environment, I'm constantly expanding my understanding of plant species coexisting with the...” [More]