"The Cat Whisperer is a beautiful Japanese shop owner renowned as a local Tokyo cat whisperer. Her unusual occupation provides an unusual yet fascinating context to the artwork, bridging the mundane and the mythical, much like Bacon's powerful depictions of the human condition.

Seated on a chair within her quaint shop, she sports distinctive feline tattoos, an artistic echo of Bacon's penchant for distorting reality to amplify emotional intensity. The tattoos serve as both a literal and symbolic connection to her unique talent, communicating a profound bond with the animal world that transcends the ordinary. Her whimsical pink cat ears hat adds an element of playful surrealism to the composition, revealing a capability to infuse humour and absurdity in serious themes.

The dynamic colour palette is another striking feature. The audacious mix of greens, turquoises, and oranges generates a compelling backdrop that brings the tableau to life. The expressive brush marks, reminiscent of Bacon's visceral, almost violent strokes, infuse the artwork with a sense of motion and vitality. The interplay of these vibrant hues against the bold lines gives the painting a pulse, a heartbeat that echoes the rhythm of Tokyo's vibrant life."

Study, Miss AL Simpson, 2023.

Part of the Tokyo Pixelations 東京ピクセル化 series.