Monday, March 12

Powerful stuff...where do we fit in society

These paintings developed from my research into newspaper photographs.

Through observation we build up an impression of how we should behave and where we fit in the power structures of society. The self is not absolute or fixed but is constructed over time through the repetition of visuals and words.

Birdwoman
Changing

Girl in a party hat
Elle Toro

Each piece measures 20 x 30cm, and they are oil on board

Thursday, March 1

Wallpaper fit for a nun...

I just finished this piece called "Mark of Eden II". It measures 15cm x 15cm, oil on board.. The floral design is inspired by a photograph I took of wallpaper in a bedroom of an old convent which reminded me of the garden of eden.