Poster - Mike Tyson 5-MEO

Print size 18x24 inches 45x61cm Actual Image 16x21 inches 41x53cm Original: Acrylics on canvas/ 2019 / Gifted to Mike Tyson After catching Mike on the Joe Rogan podcast, delving into his spiritual awakening and the transformative encounter with the psychoactive bufo toad, I felt inspired to capture his essence on canvas. Enrolling in a workshop with Autumn Sky, I not only aimed to paint him but also harbored the intention of gifting the original piece to Mike. Three months of artistic dedication later, I found myself on a flight to LA, spontaneously appearing at the Tyson Ranch. Presenting him with the finished painting, Mike proved to be gracious, and we engaged in a meaningful conversation about psychedelics and the tapestry of life. Curious, he inquired about the motivation behind painting him and the audacity of my unannounced visit. I responded with the notion that only those who engage in the game can emerge victorious. In turn, he shared a quote attributed to Alexander the Great