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Beautimous

This focused body of work references child beauty pageantry, giving a nod to the ridiculous spectacle of traditional feminine norms. Each watercolor highlights a figure from the reality television show, “Toddlers and Tiaras” in bright, flashy colors. The garish marks echo the young characters heightened demeanor, creating a visual mess of both material and expression. The work is presented as a platform for viewers to engage in the conversation surrounding displays of femininity and how that affects the amount of power/ respect we give towards an individual. At times hilarious, sad and entertaining, this series questions the ethics of fascination as they pertain to young women. ​
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"Never Felt Better" watercolor, gouache and ink on paper, 22x30" 2013
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"Beautimous" watercolor, gouache, and ink on paper, 22x30" 2013
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"Glitz-a-fied!" watercolor, gouache, ink and glitter nail polish on paper 22x30" 2013
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"Pucker-up Pookie" watercolor, gouache and ink, 22x30" 2013
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"OMG! They Picked Me!" watercolor, gouache, and ink on paper, 22x30" 2013
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​​All images and art projects © Ingrid V. Wells 2022
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