Artist statement: It will be beautiful is a series that probes the female experience, as informed by our subconscious mind. Recurring themes of surrealism and the human body in disarray are loosely inspired by the concept of psychoanalysis, rejecting a literal interpretation of Freud’s female psyche theory, but embracing the notion of nurture defining our gender experiences. The images explore social, environmental and political factors that can lead to common emotional side effects. From suppression to liberation, these complexities are painted with vivid colours and hard light, looking at what’s under the surface in everyday scenes of women. The work aims to cast a light on resonance, discomfort and perception, encouraging the viewer to look inward and question their own emotional responses.

Each image draws on women’s tendency to push through patriarchal obstacles they are met with day-to-day, continuing to blossom nonetheless. It’s a bittersweet ode to every woman holding on, surviving the patriarchy, to celebrate their resilience when resilience shouldn’t be needed. It will be beautiful is a personal contemplation of this resistance, questioning why, and how, we still strive to find some beauty amongst it all.