In a rock music-themed painting, my choice to draw the name of a brand of musical instruments is not a digression or a mistake in the content, but in fact a creative and individual expression that carries the spirit of rock. Rock music is not only a genre of music, but also a symbol of rebellion, freedom, strong ego and breaking traditional stereotypes. When the artist includes the name of his favorite musical instrument brand—even if it is not a clear musical image—it can be understood as a harmony between visual art and music: both are means to express personality, passion and personal statement.
Just as rock bands often take pride in using famous musical instrument brands to shape their own style, the artist can also see the brand of musical instruments as a symbol of his personal artistic journey. The placement of the brand name in the painting becomes an implicit statement of creative identity—a way of “strumming” with color and material. It affirms that painting can be “rock,” that it can be as intense, free, and energetic as music.
This action, therefore, does not detract from the subject matter of the painting, but rather expands the space for interpretation. It forces the viewer to think more deeply about the connections between art forms, and to realize that the message of rock music—freedom, individuality, and the spirit of transgression—can permeate any form of creativity. It is a different way of expressing it, but it still retains the meaning and spirit of t
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