CROWN by Alex Whitehouse

Alex Whitehouse's "CROWN" is a visceral and commanding 12" x 18" oil on canvas that channels the raw energy and socio-political charge of Neo-Expressionism. Dominated by a figure rendered in heavy, matte black impasto, the work immediately confronts the viewer with a sense of both authority and vulnerability. The figure wears a stark, jagged crown, a symbol frequently associated with sovereignty, fame, and martyrdom in contemporary art. Whitehouse surrounds the figure with a fierce, high-contrast palette of electric yellow and aggressive strokes of red and neon-green, creating an intense, almost frantic aura. This piece is a bold, uncompromising statement on power, identity, and the weight of legacy, using expressive brushwork and primal color combinations to achieve an unforgettable, iconic presence.