This series is inspired by the women in Greek Mythology. These female character experience passion and tragedy and at times, very little control over their fate. My interest started with story of Medusa. Not knowing a lot about her previously, I was surprised to discover that she’d never hurt anyone while she was alive. Although often portrayed as a monster, she hid in a cave during her lifetime to avoid harming to others. It was only in self-defence (when men came in search of her) and in post-mortem that her head was used as a weapon.

 

It got me wondering about how many other female Greek deities had been misrepresented in art and popular culture and it started me on a journey of research and discovery. In addition to Medusa, this series considers the stories of the Three Fates Persephone and Pandora. Check out the blog for a deep dive into the stories of Medusa, Persephone and Pandora.

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This body of work will be exhibited at SOL Gallery in June 2023. Check up Upcoming Exhibitions or sign up for email updates.