Major League Mother Trucker 22

Size:34 x 43 in. Major League Mother Trucker 22 is an original artwork by Lee Ellis measuring 34 x 43 inches, presenting a powerful and provocative portrait that immediately captures the viewer’s attention. Set against a deep, textured red background, the figure emerges with striking intensity. The face is rendered in expressive monochrome tones, its stark contrasts of black, grey, and white giving the subject a haunting presence. Dark, exaggerated horn-like forms extend upward from the head, transforming the figure into something both surreal and symbolic. Ellis employs bold, gestural mark making to build the portrait, allowing visible strokes and rough textures to remain at the surface of the painting. The eyes appear wide and distant, while the distorted facial features convey a sense of tension, emotion, and dark humour. The simplicity of the palette heightens the dramatic effect, with the red backdrop amplifying the psychological weight of the composition. Lee Ellis is known for pushing the boundaries of contemporary portraiture through an experimental and expressive approach. Working with a mixture of oils, spray paint, and charcoal, he creates artworks that feel raw, immediate, and emotionally charged. While his work often reflects themes of angst and intensity, Ellis increasingly incorporates wit and originality, blending satire with striking visual storytelling to produce pieces that are both unsettling and compelling.