Daughters of Doctrine examines beliefs surrounding femininity by juxtaposing the modern woman with traditionally negative representations of women in media. Each vessel represents a controversial female figure in the bible and aims to deconstruct societal constraints around womanhood. I couple imagery from art history with pop culture to rewrite a long-silenced perspective. Daughters of Doctrine addresses power imbalances through themes of shame, sacrifice, and survival.

Referencing the body as a vessel, I work large-scale to encourage women to take up space. My vessels are hand-carved to mimic stained glass, following patterns inspired by chapels such as Notre Dame and the Sainte-Chapelle. Each piece has been once-fired in a gas kiln and cold-surfaced with acrylic paint. The intricate carvings create space for two separate images to exist on the same plane, allowing the past and present to confront one another.

My practice is greatly inspired by the works of feminist authors. Linda Nochlin's “Why Are There No Great Women Artists” pushed me to highlight female artists like Artemisia Gentileschi and scrutinize the difference between the male and female gaze. Additionally, Audre Lorde’s “Uses of the Word Erotic” encourages harnessing feminine power by challenging traditional images. My show explores storytelling through women in classic horror films, 1950s advertising, and controversial pop culture moments to draw connections across time. Daughters of Doctrine asks the audience where they draw the line between what they are told to think and what they choose to believe.