The artwork titled “Snowman,” created by Lisa Yuskavage in 2008, is identified under the Fantasy Art and Kitsch movements. The genre of this piece is figurative. The artwork notably incorporates fantastical and kitschy elements, blending both to create a visually distinctive and stylistically unique piece.
In the artwork, a central figure depicted is a naked infant with an expressive face, seated among a rubble of stones that appear to be part of a dilapidated or snow-covered structure. The infant holds a large, twisted branch resembling antlers above its head, giving a surreal and whimsical appearance. The background shows a barren, cold environment with hints of snow on the ground and the surrounding structure. The use of twilight colors in the sky suggests a setting sun, contributing to an ambiance of a cold evening. The curious and somewhat humorous nature of this setting combines elements of fantasy and the grotesque, characteristic of Fantasy Art and Kitsch. The figure’s expression and pose add a narrative layer to the piece, invoking thoughts on innocence, whimsy, and perhaps isolation or survival in a strange, snowy landscape.
