Smothered Series
The Smothered Series started in spring 2023. They are mostly self-portraits depicting the oppression and suppression of women due to culture. The subjects' faces are bound using cultural fabric, and their identity is hidden. This is a continuing series.
Smothered, pastel on paper, 25"x 16", 2023
Smothered II, 45"x 45", Gel crayons and charcoal, 2023
Smothered Smooch, 27"x 32", Pastel and Charcoal on Paper
Beaded Smother, 16"x 16", Pastel and Beads on Paper, 2023
In His Name, 17"x 21", Oil and Beads on Canvas, 2023
Looking at me,Smothered, 50"x 45", pastel and collage on paper