Below is a compilation of my artworks that could be deemed "provocative."
Their intention is to prompt viewers to ponder, challenge, and reflect.
The Combat CollectiveMaking women’s go-to items tough as nails.
The “What’s In My Bag?” trend has had a recent revival, giving women the opportunity to show off what you would expect to
find in their daily purse: lipstick, hair clips, wallet, keys, etc. The not-so-expected self-defense weapon also made an appearance in
many handbags, most in the form of a hot pink pepper spray. Yet, it feels as though this somewhat gimmicky safeguard isn’t
doing enough. Combat Collective eliminates that looming feeling of danger by making women’s beloved go-to items tough
as nails. It is a statement of empowerment that highlights the strength of self-protection without
compromising the value of feminism. Let’s all be on the defensive.
Making women’s go-to items tough as nails.
The “What’s In My Bag?” trend has had a recent revival, giving women the opportunity to show off what you would expect to find in their daily purse: lipstick, hair clips, wallet, keys, etc. The not-so-expected self-defense weapon also made an appearance in
many handbags, most in the form of a hot pink pepper spray. Yet, it feels as though this somewhat gimmicky safeguard isn’t
doing enough. Combat Collective eliminates that looming feeling of danger by making women’s beloved go-to items tough
as nails. It is a statement of empowerment that highlights the strength of self-protection without
compromising the value of feminism. Let’s all be on the defensive.
Candor
1 in 4 women will experience sexual assault. 99% of perpetrators are male.
As a woman, I'm intimately familiar with the precautions necessary when enjoying a night out: covering my drink, watching it being made,and sticking close to friends. These precautions are normalized in party culture; it is our job to “stay safe”. In my piece "Candor,"
I challenge the notion of “safe drinking,” questioning why women are burdened with “being careful” and why our concerns
are often dismissed. The two anonymous women are pouring concrete into their red solo cups at a party. This symbolizes
the futility of seeking safety in drinking environments that is overshadowed by the looming threat of violence.
Burning Out
Representating the experience of one’s heart melting away.
In this piece, I delve into the human lifecycle, questioning how we spend our time and whether we can loseourselves in the process. I explore the idea of being "dead" while still alive. Whether that be losing our individuality by giving
ourselves to others, conforming to societal norms, or not taking care of ourselves. I depict this feeling by creating
wax anatomical hearts that slowly degrade, symbolizing the loss of self. However, I also emphasize that this state is not permanent.
The melted wax is still there representing that this can be temporary, and we always have the ability to rediscover ourselves.