After dark
NOTES FROM THE AMUSEMENT PARK
AFTER DARK
NOTES FROM THE AMUSEMENT PARK
“red ribbon” 2026. 30×42 acrylic on paper
According to Prof. Sam Vaknin, being chosen romantically by a psychopath feels like an amusement park. An unforgettable experience you don’t want to have if you’re a “good person” looking for a safe connection.
This kind of amusement park is only fun if you grew up in one.
Like I did.
So if you want to discuss the darkness of the soul without judgement, to drink poison without going through hell, then art is the only safe space available
Or maybe you’ve already been there and want a souvenir. Then take a painting, but remember one thing
NONE OF THIS IS REAL
An amusement park. Wild animals, clowns and acrobats, fortune tellers and tricksters. The main categories are guests, staff, and of course, management. What is your role?
“merry-go-round” 2026. acrylic on paper. sold
Hush. Don’t say.
I can’t wait to get to know you, to love you, to take care of you.
I am emotional. So emotional. What did you do to me?
Oh, you love me too?
Shame.
I thought we were on the same page.
Such a shame.
Shame on you if you believe strangers sharing their secrets.
Shame on you if you feel ashamed believing.
Easily triggered?
Congrats.
You are kindergarten-level.
On this merry-go-round, you are horse number 79.
Have fun.
“dripping sugar” 2026. acrylic on paper.
— Why are you laughing, you crazy bitch? Let me help you with the zip. Where are you running so quickly?
— To the ice cream shop.
— I’ll walk you.
— So sweet of you, babe.
— Your safety is my priority, pussycat. It’s too dangerous for you to walk alone.
— Thank you, babe. You don’t have to go farther. I’m safe already.
— Eat your ice cream now. I want to see you finish it. I’ll wait.
Sweet obsession.
Hope you like the taste, because in our amusement park guests are not the ones deciding when to stop.
You don’t like it?
Even better.
Hurry up, it’s dripping.
And stop fuckin’ laughing, you crazy bitch.