The Olympian

by

Alex

TAS| Acrylic on canvas | 36 x 36 in

“It was a grief that Simone Biles quit the game”, stated by my friend. Frustration arose as I attempted to revoke my friend’s ignorance and buffoon. Olympic athletes, often seen as Olympian god-like figures, bring immense pride and unity for their country. Yet, they are often crippled with physical and mental illness brought by the attention and expectations of the public. In this piece, I attempt to portray the disregarded perspective of athletes’ mental well being in the game.