This image speaks to me of the duality of Alan Moore's Swamp Thing, as both a lover of nature and a defender of humanity.
The colours of oranges and deep purple-reds in the piece represent peace and tranquility as it suggests imagery of a sunset, a time associated with beauty and calm. However, the phenomenon that actually causes this colour sensation is a form of air pollution that dilutes the colours of the sky at sunset. This fact creates a duality in the image, as the beauty of nature is ironically being influenced by the toxic touch of humanity. I believe this duality defines the whole character of Swamp Thing as a creature torn between humanity and nature.
The obvious religious symbolism in this image echoes the crucifixion of Christ, as Swamp Things arms are outstretched and his head is thrown back, albeit without the actual cross being present. This suggests to the viewer that the character of Swamp Thing is a selfless defender, as mostly everyone is familiar with the concept of Jesus dying for the sins of humanity. This symbolism is continued with the deep red colours for the sun, as crucifixion is an event we as the viewer recognise as a bloody and brutal method. Contrast this christ symbolism with the green background with vibrant plants and animals populating it and the message becomes more concerned with rebirth than sacrifice.
