Her gaze is unapologetically confident. The only adornment she wears is a pair of sheer, black-and-white striped stockings that reach just above her thighs – the only focus in this dimly lit room. The striped pattern is a simple one that serves as a powerful symbol in this piece, hinting at the societal expectations and constraints placed upon the female body and her sexuality. Yet, the fact that she wears only these - choosing them deliberately - reframes them as a badge of autonomy and empowerment

Acrylic on canvas