As if the fear of rejection and performance anxieties weren't enough... an even greater threat emerged after an impulsive and unprotected first sexual encounter.
That threat was a potential unplanned pregnancy; an incident that was compounded by what felt like malice and manipulation, which is why this painting's eerily illuminated subject is wearing nothing but a devious smile.
The Repressive Menace then, is a cautionary tale, produced as a means of catharsis.
Although, this painting now also serves as a reminder of how fragile the path of life really is, and that even one misstep has the potential to alter your trajectory.
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Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 16 x 20 inches
Year Created: 1997
The Repressive Menace
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