Wip∙Lash (Work in Progress | Whiplash) is an artist who draws inspiration from the realm of dark surrealism, and adeptly merges this aesthetic by integrating printmaking and graphic design techniques.
 
Central to each of his creations is a deeply ingrained narrative, which unfolds during the developmental process. These artworks embody a perpetual transformation that resonates from the artist's conception to the discerning eye of the audience.
 
At the core of his philosophy lies the belief that every individual is an ongoing masterpiece, continuously evolving — a work in progress.

When I begin a new piece, a ritual unfolds. It starts by coming across a song that encapsulates an emotional landscape that inspires me to create.

As I listen to the song on repeat, it's as if a short film plays in my consciousness—a vivid, cinematic journey that transports me to a world created by the music's melodies and lyrics. Remarkably, this mental landscape remains vividly etched in my memory, and with every play of the song, I'm transported back, regardless of the passage of time.

The visuals from my works often appear as if they hail from an alternative universe built in fantasy. Yet, beneath the surface, they are intricately tied to personal battles with mental illnesses, traumatic experiences, and the broader scope of life's challenges.

During this intense creative process, there are moments when the emotional toll becomes so profound that I must step away from the artwork temporarily. These pieces often push me to confront aspects of my own life and experiences that I might have buried or ignored. The artwork becomes a mirror to my innermost emotions, forcing me to grapple with them in a way that can be both cathartic and challenging.

Conversely, there are some works that become even more involved, drawing me deeper into their intricate narratives. These pieces have a way of captivating me to such an extent that I lose track of time and, occasionally, the need for sleep. It's during these marathon sessions that I feel the closest connection to the artwork, as if it has taken on a life of its own. Minor sleep deprivation, while physically taxing, often pulls me further into the creative vortex, allowing me to dive even deeper into the emotional wellspring that the song and the artwork represent.

In these moments of intensity, the boundaries between the art and myself blur. I become not just the creator but a participant in the artwork's unfolding story. The emotional rollercoaster is both exhilarating and exhausting, but it's a testament to the power of art to evoke such profound responses. Somehow in these moments of vulnerability and transcendence, my most emotionally charged and authentic works come into being.