Pretty Paws (2019)
Beth
Rosie
[sold] 
Trinity
[sold] |
Callie
Eliana
Willow
Amelia
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Catherine
Giovani
[sold] 
Lyra
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Graphite on paper
5 x 7 inches each
Pretty Paws is an on-going series of miniature graphite drawings, depicting severed beaver hands and feet with manicured nails. This series accentuates the natural lengthy shape of beaver claws by applying playful, over-the-top nail art. These nails embrace the kitsch, meaning excessive and tacky ornamentation, which is ridiculous on both beaver hands and as a beauty standard for women. The application of this artificial beauty onto the decaying beaver appendages creates an uneasy tension by referring to the outstanding issue of cosmetic testing on animals.
