Stomach Guitar Solo

Ender Yıldızhan

Stomach Guitar SoloEnder Yıldızhan

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Stomach Guitar SoloEnder Yıldızhan

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Stomach Guitar Solo

Digital Technique, 2021 (A still from an animated short called “How Incredible is That!”)

Created and described by Ender Yıldızhan.

[child snoring]

In this scene, we find ourselves in a child's bedroom at night, portrayed with a comics-style simplicity and a touch of absurdity. The central focus of the illustration is on the child's bed, located in the foreground on the left, where dream-induced hallucinations come to life. The child is a 9-10 year old boy with black hair, black eyes, and dark skin. He pulls the blanket up towards himself with both hands, holding onto it tightly.

[child gasping]

With fearful eyes, he watches what is happening inside the room.

In the centre of the image stands a larger-than-life organ, likely representing the stomach, illuminated in an almost garish way.

[circus organ music]

It resembles a fat pink sausage with skinny legs and stands out against the muted, calm colours of the background.

[stomach rumbles]

This organ holds an electric guitar, with its light humorously exaggerating its dominance. To maintain balance, the organ has one foot elevated on a platform, causing the guitar to press uncomfortably against the child's face, evoking a comical expression of fear.

[chromatic guitar melody over organ]

The two-point perspective draws us into the dark and calm space, with the viewer's gaze directed to the back right, where a full moon peeks through the window. On the right side, near the foot of the bed, a peculiar crowd has gathered, consisting of internal organs that almost encircle the child. Behind the central organ, these other internal organs grasp onto each other in a mix of fear and curiosity, eyes wide as they watch.

[stomach rumbling]

The dominant colour palette is a striking contrast of reds and various shades of blue, creating a vivid and impactful scene. While the background features subtle, indistinct patterns, the characters stand out with clear outlines and minimal detailing.

The child's dreams, poisoned by illness, are portrayed with a touch of nostalgia and humour. The scene aims to deliver a light-hearted take on the child's painful experience, creating a whimsical and entertaining narrative within the context of a dream.

[circus music fades]

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