JOKER stands as a remarkable turning point in artist Demilli's career. The inception of this painting was rooted in a vivid dream, one she felt compelled to bring to life. As a deeply intuitive person attuned to dreams and their profound symbolism, she understood that this creation needed to find its way into reality. The dream, where she found herself painting the enigmatic Joker, served as a catalyst, propelling her career from the realms of pure abstraction into the captivating world of portraiture.

With JOKER, Demilli embarked on a journey to capture profound emotional expressions through the windows to the soul—the eyes. This newfound focus on the eyes became a hallmark in many of her subsequent large portrait artworks, fostering a deep and profound connection with viewers. JOKER marked the beginning of Demilli's exploration into physical portrait artwork, a challenging endeavour she embraced with open arms. To this day, it remains one of her most detailed and captivating creations. The piece is a collage of vintage Joker and Batman comics serving as the background, with real-life portraiture of the Joker.

Demilli expertly captures the beloved villain's mesmerizing and chaotic eyes and smile, drawing viewers in with deep tones and a bold color palette. During the creation process, JOKER found a perfect home with a collector who absolutely loved and resonated with this character. The painting now resides in the collector's studio in Toronto.