The Jenny Saville Paintings Depict Human Vulnerability
Luisa Amanda Gomes — February 5, 2010 — Art & Design
References: artnet & sweet-station
Artist Jenny Saville paintings are unlike any other paintings I’ve come across. Where most have celebrated societal accepted beauty, Jenny Saville does the reverse. The artist is best known for her paintings of monumental women, as her paintings leave them baring it all from inside out. Her nude portraits reveal the vulnerable side of her women, while still leaving them empowered as they are courageous enough to get naked. As shocking as some of these images are, they are beautifully painted.
Trend Themes
1. Body Positivity Artistry - There is a trend of artists creating art that celebrates body positivity, and encourages viewers to embrace vulnerability and imperfection.
2. Nude Portraiture - Nude portraiture is becoming a trend in the art world, as artists seek to challenge traditional beauty standards and depict the human form in all its rawness and imperfection.
3. Feminist Art - A trend towards feminist art is emerging, as female artists seek to reclaim their own narratives and use their art to challenge societal norms and expectations.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art world has the opportunity to champion artists like Jenny Saville who challenge traditional beauty standards and encourage viewers to embrace vulnerability and imperfection.
2. Fashion - Fashion companies and designers have the opportunity to promote body positivity and inclusivity by featuring models of all shapes and sizes in their campaigns and designs.
3. Media - Media companies can promote feminist art and nude portraiture by featuring these works in editorial content, thus encouraging a broader conversation about body positivity and challenging beauty standards.
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