About the Piece

"Contemporary Protest" In this piece, I chose to depict surrealism master Salvador Dalí and the globally renowned cartoon character Mickey Mouse. Dalí is presented in black and white, highlighting his classic portrait style, while Mickey appears on the right in his iconic colorful form, creating a striking contrast.

The inspiration for this creation stems from my contemplation of the collision and fusion of different art forms and cultural symbols. Dalí's surrealist works have always represented a break from convention and a challenge to reality, whereas Mickey Mouse, as a symbol of popular culture, represents innocence and fantasy. When these two distinct symbols meet, a marvelous chemical reaction occurs, combining a subversion of reality with a pursuit of whimsy.

In this artwork, Mickey gently pulls at Dalí's signature mustache, as if trying to break the serious artistic image of Dalí, while also conveying a sense of lightheartedness and joy to the audience. The chaotic and vibrant interplay of pink and gray in the background symbolizes the blurred lines between reality and fantasy. Through this contrast and fusion, I hope to evoke thoughts in the viewers about the diversity and inclusivity of art.