This social political painting of a revolver is an interesting subject matter for interpretation of artwork. The question arises, is this a pro-gun statement or an anti-gun statement. As simple as the painting may seem it also addresses religious issues. The question arises: where do you put your faith? - in the violence attached to weapons or in something else? Do you believe that a gun can protect you from your fears? Has it provided for your safety and comfort or are there alternatives? I don't have an answer for that - that is why I painted it - to help me understand the issue - which it hasn't. It has just brought up more issues to think about. Which brings me to the next comment. I have heard that more people die from drowning in a year than do so by gunshot. So should there be a three-day waiting period before anyone swims in a pool.
The painting is approximately50" x 70" acrylic/latex on unstretched canvas
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