The artwork titled “Knowledge Broker,” created by Victo Ngai in 2017 in the United States, employs a mixed media and digital medium. Positioned within the Fantasy Art movement and classified as an illustration, this piece showcases a surreal and imaginative quality typical to the genre.
In the artwork, a character with bright red hair and adorned in an intricately detailed golden-green outfit is depicted riding a mystical white bird. The bird emanates ethereal, smoky wisps that add an otherworldly ambiance to the scene. Surrounding the central figures are lighthouses situated on isolated, rocky islets, interconnected by swirling paths and illuminated by beams of light that cut through the mist. A cascade of glowing droplets descends from the sky, enhancing the dreamlike atmosphere. The composition seamlessly melds fantastical elements, imbuing the piece with a sense of wonder and intrigue.
