Désirée

This painting presents a woman in the midst of scrutiny and judgment. Her body is the center of attention, with every curve and contour being harshly analyzed and criticized. Despite her efforts to prove herself through her actions and personality, her head is only partially visible, highlighting the imbalance of the focus on her physicality versus her intellect. The weight of the constant criticism causes her to question her own self-worth and whether it's even worth trying to please those who only see her for her external appearance. Still, she remains composed and confident. She refuses to be defined by others' opinions of her and instead embraces her true self. The painting speaks to the societal pressures that women face to conform to certain standards of beauty and behavior, and the damaging effects this can have on their self-esteem and well-being. Through "Désirée", the artist invites the viewer to question their own judgments and biases towards others, and to consider the harm that can be caused by perpetuating unrealistic and harmful societal expectations.

Original

Unframed

Measurements: 30 x 40 inches (76.2 x 101.6 cm)

Materials: Acrylic on canvas