Fly Girl Print

Fly Girl 2020 48” x 48” acrylic on canvas Fly Girl Collective’s definition: essentially, one of the most flattering colloquialisms you could use to compliment a woman, then and now. Somehow, it manages to defy the flimsiness of ‘pretty’ and the clichés of ‘sexy’, but doesn’t need to contend with ‘beautiful’. How so? Being ‘fly’ is as much about personality, mindset, swag and charm, as it is about aesthetics. Still, a Fly Girl is a bonafide babe (simply because she’s fly – catch the gist “A fly girl is a woman who doesn’t compare herself to others because she’s one of a kind. She’s unique. She’s wonderfully and fearfully made. She understands the importance of looking after her health, the beautiful thing is, she doesn’t strive for perfection.” “A fly girl is a game changer. She is confident in her own worth and embraces her unique femininity. Her kind of strength is for inspiration, not for show.” “A Fly Girl is a woman who’s made a commitment to progress. She rises above limitations, whether they be from society, circumstances or her own self-doubt. Fitness is one of the methods she uses to cultivate this mindset.” This painting is from a show I recently had with artist Gabrielle Graves. per•spec•tives Both artists’ current body of work focuses on the idea of perspectives, each artist approaches it with her own unique emphasis and skillset. Cotton’s conceptual painting is meant to bring awareness to mental wellness and emotional intelligence by using visual metaphors and color to embody concepts such as transformation, and possibility. Graves explores the complex narrative of identity and its intersection with consumption and mental health. Her process employs photography, painting, video, and installation to create intimate experiences revolving around changing landscapes and internal dialogue. To see more day to day about my art follow me on Instagram