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THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK – Painting

€1.650,00

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THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK – Painting

  • Year: 2017
  • Dimensions: 53 x 132 cm / 20.9 x 52 in
  • Materials: Acrylic, marker on reused wood

THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK captures the weight of words and their impact on emotions. The artwork depicts a person on their knees, one hand over their eyes, surrounded by talking mouths and the repeating “BLAH BLAH BLAH.” The chaos of sound and opinions symbolizes how words can cause pain, reminding us of the power of language: think before you speak. A visual warning about the vulnerability of the human mind amidst endless judgments and comments.

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Gary WilsonCollector from Australia
"My husband and I have been fans of Frank's art for many years – it's funny, colorful, and always different. By now, we are proud owners of several of his original works, and I keep discovering new pieces that speak to me. The communication with Frank is always fun and easy with every purchase! I will definitely continue to expand our collection in the future and am already looking forward to everything that’s yet to come…"
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"Frank's portfolio is a strong collection of works that demonstrate a unique artistic vision and a high level of technical skill. The works are visually engaging, emotionally resonant, and conceptually thought-provoking. The artist's ability to combine these elements effectively makes their portfolio a standout."
Justine FerynCurator at Hauser & Wirth | U.K.
"Frank Willems was an absolute pleasure to work with! He was consistently prompt in his responses to us and very proactive throughout the entire order process. His artworks were a perfect fit for our client’s space and we (along with our client) were extremely pleased with how everything came together. We truly appreciate his professionalism and the ease of communication!"
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"Just wanted to drop you a short THANK YOU note! All artworks arrived in perfect condition and are definitely a fantastic visual upgrade for our office. Your words even prompt some of our clients for philosophical remarks...that's exactly what we wanted!! Keep up the good work "
Chris Klinger-LohrCollector from Austria
"When coming across Frank‘s oeuvre it immediately spoke to me. I enjoy the juxtaposition of what at first glance could be mistaken for kids’ doodles, but actually carries a deeper quality that encourages continuous reflection of core concepts of life."
Julian GiessingCollector from Germany
"I stumbled about the artwork from Frank Willems by coincidence and was immediately excited by the creative, bold and cool pieces. Frank was super friendly and helpful, the deal was superfast and professional. The work looks in reality even better than on his webpage. Everything top notch. Highly recommended."
Jürgen KittelCollector from Austria
"Delightful street art-style artwork that makes you laugh and think. Definitely recommended!"
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Mirjam van den DungenCollector from the Netherlands
"Frank is an amazing artist with a beautiful vision of the world. He has a big heart. His art contains a good amount of sarcasm that I really enjoy."
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