Book of Esther is an attempt to force viewers to consider the competing existential conflicts facing a young woman forced to hide her ethnic and religious identity as she is compelled to marry a king who was taking genocidal action against her people. My paintings reference master paintings about the biblical story and maps of ancient Persia to develop a palette, imagery, and symbolism for the series of works.
- Book of Esther P24, oil paint on canvas, 9″ x 9″
- Book of Esther P23, oil paint on canvas, 9″ x 9″
- Book of Esther W7, Oil paint on wood, 23.5″ x 18″
- Book of Esther C5, Collage with paper and paint on paper , 16″ x 19″
- Book of Esther P22, Oil paint on canvas, 30″ x 30″
- Book of Esther C6, Collage with paper and paint on paper , 48″ x 32″
- Book of Esther P21, Oil paint on canvas, 30″ x 12″
- Book of Esther P19, Oil paint on canvas, 9″ x 9″
- Book of Esther P20, Oil paint on canvas, 30″ x12″