In early adulthood, we often regain some confidence and find pleasure in who we are and our bodies. But our lives are overshadowed by not only the worldly threats of violence to our bodies but the shame we are also asked to bear in our “brazen” behavior.  Shame to confine us, take away our power, keep us under cover, and control.  Our bodies.  Our beautiful bodies are somehow not ours.  We are permeated with cultural boundaries, but can we set our own?

Size: 29”x19”

Gallery: Female Rising