Nuddy paintings done, now time to break some pain barriers and cut to the chase.
Untitled, 2014, Acrylic on canvas, Hannah Maynard
So, I managed to work through the inspirational block and finish this last painting. I’m a little disillusioned by the process given the difficulties I’ve experienced and have certainly learned a few valuable lessons. I know now not to rush into slapping it on just to get something moving. Although, I’m sure that in some circumstances that would be the best course of action, I think that a little careful consideration is also beneficial at times.
The next project is taking the nudity a step further in order to explore ideas of objectification. Using myself as a model and subject I intend to examine my thoughts about being a women in the world generally and more specifically in the art world; how this opens avenues of potential vulnerability but also strength, having a voice particular to me as a woman in a patriarchal world.
