artist statement

Femininity and what it means to be a woman in today’s politically charged society is an idea that is constantly on my mind. Growing up as a plus-size girl in a world that commands young women to fit into the beauty standard, making art about myself was never a consideration; I did not think I was beautiful enough to be the focal point. The media chooses to only portray people who fit the standard of beauty. Often fat people are represented in art in a way that is meant to highlight the grotesque. Using stereotypically feminine mediums such as glitter, beading, satin, lace, and the color pink, along with screen printing, I focus on showcasing the beauty of the fat body.