Artist Statment:
Wrangling a Wounded Horse explores power dynamics, toying with excessive theatricality that occurs in Western media and culture. This horse serves as a representation of Westernized power, reminiscent of war portraiture. The rider, myself, is shown on top, but rather than illustrate this image as a depiction of strength; I appear unstable, unable to grapple and control the horse. The horse is flat, an imagined and exaggerated myth.
The horse depicted in this painting is constructed from a variety of textile materials. Its main body is made of silk, adorned with screen printed patterning. The rest of its limbs are made of linen, cotton and felt. The horse lacks depth due to its fabric construction, and lacks expression aside from its menacing open mouth and beaded teeth.
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Medium:
Textile
Oil paint
Size:
77”x55”
