Roseate by Erika (Massachusetts)

Artist's Description: 
I aimed to create a powerful presence in the woman's direct gaze, demanding attention and challenging the viewer. I opted for bold strokes and a mosaic of pink shades to emphasize that qualities often considered soft or vulnerable are, in reality, wellsprings of strength. Furthermore, the use of bright, unapologetic pink was a deliberate choice to subvert traditional gendered associations and to reclaim the color as a symbol of empowerment and defiance. The textured layers of paint, applied with a dynamic and almost aggressive technique, mirror the turbulent journey of the women's rights movement, the collective demand for equality and the refusal to be silenced by women.

​

Erika, born and raised in the Philippines, studies at Amherst College with an intended major in Statistics. In her free time, she loves to go down a poetry rabbit hole, discuss pop culture, and explore digital art and graphic design. You can discover her art at @bodeganierika on Instagram.