Mother’s Little Helpers – Feminine Identity in a Pinup Painting

A Pinup Painting Exposing the Hidden Reality of the 1950s Housewife At first glance, this pinup painting captures everything we associate with mid-century glamour. The woman at the centre of the artwork has perfectly coiffed vintage hair styled in soft, sculpted waves reminiscent of classic 1950s pinup icons. Her hair, rendered in striking pink, is beautifully blown out and immaculately arranged, evoking the polished femininity that defined the era. Add this print to your collection She wears an elegant off-the-shoulder pink taffeta dress. An item of clothing that immediately recalls the glamorous silhouettes of mid-century fashion. The dress suggests luxury, … Continue readingMother’s Little Helpers – Feminine Identity in a Pinup Painting

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Joy – Imaginative Realism and Frida Kahlo

How Much of Imaginative Realism is Pure Imagination? A mini-meltdown on finishing my latest imaginative realism had me asking the question: How much of the art that we create is derivative? It’s no secret that I never know what my imaginative realism whimsical ladies will look like until I start painting them – it’s one of the comments I always make on my Instagram stories when I’m posting my art process pictures. Some followers apparently now keep their eyes on my highlights when I’m painting the magical women just to see what my brain decides upon on the day I reach the face. It’s truly freeing, … Continue readingJoy – Imaginative Realism and Frida Kahlo

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