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Much like race, beauty is a social construct based on culturally and historically specific attributes, rather than solely physical attractiveness. It is defined and measured using the intersections of race, class, and gender. In the past, beauty definitions were closely tied to white womanhood, associating it with beauty and virtue, while black womanhood was often portrayed oppositely.
It is essential to acknowledge the enduring presence of black beauty throughout history. Black is beautiful and has always been so.
Although strides have been made in redefining beauty norms, it's important to recognize that this progress has been impacted by manipulation and exploitation.
Artwork Title: Still Cocooned Medium: Analog Collage Width: 14 inches Height: 17 inches Materials: Bristol paper, Paper from books and magazines, Glue © Tamiko Greene. Artworks cannot be reproduced and distributed without permission.
*The intentional distressing on the Bristol paper adds to its overall artistic effect.
