A phrase from Wangari Maathai's 2004 Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech "encourage them (women and girls) to raise their voices and take more space for leadership" struck me as being very relevant and apt for today. We see more and more women speaking out and leading in efforts for justice, equality, respect. I created this piece to celebrate the growing voices of women and to urge all to listen to these strong voices of truth, empathy and justice.
This mixed media piece in my mosaic-like style measures 18" by 24". Papers are adhered to a "grout" then glazed and varnished to enhance and protect. The painting wraps the edges so there is no need for a frame (see image of edge).