Creation Date
2017
Preview
Medium
reduction linocut and screen print on paper
Description
Dimensions: 7.5 x 94 inches (overall)
Rights
© Jennifer Diane Clements, 2017.
Exhibit Images
Keywords
fairy tales, Brothers Grimm fairy tales
2017
reduction linocut and screen print on paper
Dimensions: 7.5 x 94 inches (overall)
© Jennifer Diane Clements, 2017.
fairy tales, Brothers Grimm fairy tales
Artist Statement
Our world is filled with stories, from family history to mythical tales that engage our imaginations. Centered on fairy tales I bring to life these narratives through printmaking. However, the basic telling of the tale through a piece isn’t enough. I prefer to retell the tale slightly different to lend more appreciation to what the viewer is seeing.
Inspired by the thoughts of my daughters growing up, and in a short time, out on their own, I consider how I would like the world to be for them. In reality, though, being a female in today’s world presents dangers due to predators of all types that exist. Since I cannot personally destroy these predators, or change the thinking of society, what I can do is give my daughters the tools to protect themselves, and be aware of what lies ahead. Therefore, with Little Red Riding Hood, I have given her weapons, and a self-confidence that allows her to get rid of the predator that lurks about on her journey, leading Death of a Wolf to be a commentary on the idea of being self-sufficient in the modern world as a female.