Perri Funk, Student Work. Response to Touch Chapter, A Natural History of the Senses.

Beautiful Pain

Paint on Paper

11" x 14"

"Many women experience extreme pain during their periods each month, but they accept the pain because they understand that it's not caused by someone else, it's not malicious, and it doesn't surprise them; and this makes all the difference." - Diane Ackerman, A Natural History of the Senses

Artist Statement:

I am fascinated with the idea that women accept the pain that comes from their monthly period simply because it is not malicious. It is common and accepted behavior for women to go about their day without any indication that they are truly in immense pain. I chose to dip a tampon in watered-down red paint and use it as a stamp. The repeated pattern speaks to how pain and suffering are often masked by a beautiful exterior.

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