The "Fruit of Ego" uses a rich emotional palette to reflect the complex reactions to Cattelan’s banana artwork. Using six colors chosen from my Emotional Visualization Palettes, I can tell a visual story reflecting the complex responses to a banana duct-taped to a wall called "Art."
In my opinion, not only is this banana "Art," but it's also the highest form of Trash Art, which, if you know, is high praise coming from me.
Full disclosure: I recently submitted this take on Cattlan's Comedian to SuperRare's Rare Bananas open call. If you like it, let them know!
The Color Palette
The six colors I chose were selected from the 13 palettes and 87 emotions found in the bespoke visual language I'm developing for my artistic inquiry into emotional vocabulary.
Individual Emotion/Color Relationships
Copper (#b87333) along the banana’s edges captures Hubris, embodying both the allure and risk of pride in calling a banana “art.”
Charcoal Gray (#36454F) in the tape represents Hate, echoing the friction and distaste some feel toward this audacious piece.
Snow White (#FFFAFA) in the background conveys Humility, offering a clean contrast that suggests simplicity amidst the boldness.
Gold (#FFD700) of the banana brings in Admiration, capturing the respect and fascination sparked by Cattelan’s bold concept, highlighting the success of such an unconventional work.
Dark Gray (#A9A9A9) conveys Disappointment, mirroring the letdown felt by those expecting something more profound.
Finally, Pale Dove Gray (#6D6D6D) embodies Lovelessness, hinting at the emotional distance and detachment that leave viewers questioning the depth of the work.
