AN UNEXPECTED MATCH: ULTRAS VS ALIENS

 

An Unexpected Match: Ultras vs. Aliens, acrylic on canvas, 2023. 30" X 24"

The painting is inspired by an episode of Ultraman X, but the sport is changed from rugby to football (soccer). Based on the painting, a simple friendly football match unites various groups, including Ultras and various alien species. When sports unite the universe, anything is possible.

The characters depicted in the painting are:

The artist with the figures of the characters in the painting

Ultras:

  • Ultraman - striker
  • Ultra Seven
  • Ultraman Ace
  • Ultraman Taro

Aliens:

  • Alien Baltan - goalkeeper
  • Zetton
  • Alien Metron
  • Alien Guts

Others:

  • Pigmon - referee
  • Bullton - the football
  • Birdon - viewer from above

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