$mooth McCriminal Original Acrylic Painting
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Artwork Details:
- Title: $mooth McCriminal
- Size: 24 x 36 inches
- Medium: Acrylic on Gallery wrapped Canvas
- Style: Controversial, Contemporary, Symbolic
- Original: Signed artwork by Preston Mitchell
- Year Created: 2016
Artwork Summary:
$mooth McCriminal is a one-of-one original conceptual painting by Preston Mitchell that reimagines Michael Jackson’s iconic Smooth Criminal dance through the unmistakable presence of Ronald McDonald. The figure leans forward in a gravity defying pose. The movement is instantly recognizable. The character is familiar yet unsettling.
This artwork blends pop music history with corporate symbolism. Michael Jackson represents global influence, perfection, and performance. Ronald McDonald represents branding, consumption, and manufactured joy. By combining the two, the painting explores how cultural icons are repackaged and sold back to the public.
The dark background isolates the figure and heightens the tension. The absence of spectacle forces focus on posture, color, and identity. What appears playful on the surface carries a deeper critique of capitalism and celebrity worship.
$mooth McCriminal functions as both tribute and confrontation. It honors the impact of Michael Jackson while questioning how even legendary artistry becomes a product. This piece speaks to nostalgia, control, and the cost of fame in a commercial world.
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