Genetic Memory of a Violent Death (Archival ink and oil on thick drawing paper, 35.5cm x 27.9cm, Dirk Marwig 2014)
“Everyone has “Genetic Memory” passed on to them through their DNA by their ancestors. We can embrace or ignore this fact. This ʻautomatic drawingʼ depicts one of my frightening genetic memories, a nightmarish vision I frequently have. I have to tell myself: “Donʼt think about this-Try to ignore it!” -This is a recurring theme in my work.”