AS I PLEASE # 2In ancient Egyptian imagery such as this, women are often portrayed simply as entertainment presented to the Pharaoh. In my modern take, these women exist for more than the pleasure of others. They move to their own rhythm and dance to their own tune. Work on paper, 16x20 frame Watercolor, oil pastel, mixed media

and earned in silence

and ultimately finds its way forward

or even our own creativity

Birds are recurring symbol within four different pieces of this collection

What I Show/What I Shield

Iron or steam

Comes in two sizes: 11 x 14” and 18” x 24” (with white border)

as though we shouldn't have agency over our own bodies

and purpose bestowed upon us by God

What If It All Works Out

fulfilling my purpose as an artist in this lifetime

and fully realized