Chase Lock

Untitled #10

2023

72 x 72 ″

Oil on canvas

Blame On You is a striking portrait where Chase Lock masterfully blends human form with abstract expression, creating a chaotic yet poignant exploration of guilt and responsibility. The oversized ear, dominating one side of the canvas, symbolizes the act of listening, or perhaps the act of ignoring. The fragmented face, with its sharp angles and bursts of color, represents the multifaceted nature of blame, where no one angle tells the full story. With Blame On You, Lock captures the complexity of human relationships, where blame is often shared, and accountability is a shifting force.