Adrian Cox’s vibrant oil paintings portray ‘Borderlands’, a mythical realm inhabited by hybrid beings called ‘Border Creatures’. These creatures, symbolizing flexible identities, coexist with luminous adversaries called ‘Specters’.

Cox explores self, environment, the Monstrous, and the Other using a twilight-like palette. The series draws inspiration from Pagan and religious themes, as well as Cox’s personal experiences growing up in Georgia. With a background in classical arts, he incorporates art historical references, meticulous techniques, and personal narratives to create luminous and intricate pieces. Currently based in Los Angeles, his work has been widely recognized in various publications.

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