Villains aren't born, Darlin' they're made (2024) Original Acrylic Painting by Leigh Witherell

This bold piece is an exploration of societal judgment and expectations. The woman is looking toward – or perhaps directly at – the viewer. The woman's contemplative expression is a quiet yet powerful protest with her piercing gaze and body language. The artwork is a challenge to reconsider preconceived notions of women, look deeper at the person, and avoid affixing simple labels on them. It is unjust to vilify such determined, confident women, as happens within certain societal narratives. We all wish to be judged on our own merit. Therefore, we should "follow the Golden Rule even in our internal dialog.

Materials used:

canvas, acrylic paints

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 91.44 x 91.44 x 5.08cm (unframed) / 91.44 x 91.44cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the back
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: People and portraits