This piece was my final for my Beginning Design/Art 101 class I took during Winter Term 2025 at Pierce College. It was inspired primarily by "Skull of a Skeleton with Burning Cigarette" by Vincent van Gogh, as well as the unique way the artist Keith Haring illustrates skulls/skeletons. I also tried to emulate Haring's signature style of bold lines and bright colors. The painting represents the more disgusting aspects of nicotine addiction in contrast with the colorful or vibrant 'buzz' it might give.