Why Bother?

Why Bother?, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
24 x 18 in. (61 x 46 cm)

Unbothered, detached, and lost in his own world—Why Bother? embodies the art of tuning out, of surrendering to the moment rather than trying to make sense of the chaos around us. The figure’s half-lidded, electric blue eyes peer through thick glasses, yet his gaze drifts beyond the present, as if the noise of the world has already faded into irrelevance.

His scruffy, exaggerated features exude both amusement and disinterest, a smirk lingering on his face as if he’s caught in a private joke no one else can hear. The bold, fluid lines suggest movement, yet his posture remains relaxed—untouched by the pressures that swirl around him.

This painting is a playful yet sharp reflection on the value of letting go. Why Bother? invites the viewer to step back, to disconnect from expectation, and to find joy in simply existing, without explanation or concern.