Destroy the Myth- Special Edition (ORIGINAL)

This is a 30" x 48" original mixed media piece entitled "Destroy the Myth: Special Edition". It makes reference to the importance and value that society places on large publications and magazine covers. This is used to draw attention to real and raw social issues surrounding dark skinned women and their association with masculinity in the fashion and media industry and how this can have harmful effects on the perception of attractiveness and self confidence.
 
Dark skinned women are tired of having to prove their womanhood, femininity and beauty and it is time to destroy this myth. The myth that you need long hair, light skin, and other European standards of beauty to be considered beautiful . This piece is made using paint and magazine paper that was manipulated with a punch tool and adhered individually to the panel to add texture and create a narrative.