Rafael Gomezbarros

I found this article which describes the work of Rafael Gomezbarros.  In the Saatchi Gallery 50 of his 20 inch ant sculptures engulf the gallery.  They are made of resin, fiberglass, and human skull casts.  The article states that the exhibit "depicts the plight of immigrant workers across the world."  In another article, in The City Paper goes on further to explain that "Gómezbarros uses ants to explore the negative issues that affect Colombia, such as displacement and migration.  As insects that are constantly on the move, “ants live displacement,” he says. It is unclear whether the ants are the invaders or the invaded, another “dual” aspect that appeals to the artist."

I like the idea of creating a swarm of creatures that engulf a space.  To me his metaphor makes sense.  For my work, my monsters, creatures, or as Lisa calls the, "bugs" symbolize my thoughts and how they invade every part of my mind, magnifying my personal problems. 

http://www.theverge.com/2014/7/21/5922231/the-saatchi-gallery-ants

http://thecitypaperbogota.com/culture/the-artist-and-the-ants/