The Furies....of Politics

The Erinyes, or Furies, of Greek mythology were born from blood splatters when Kronos cut off the genitals of Ouranos and tossed them across the Earth into the ocean. They are the goddesses of vengeance for bad behavior. You might think you get away with a crime, but then the Erinyes show up with their brass studded scourges and rage. Here Mr. Unfettered Capitalism Fossil Fuel Earth Killer Military Industrial Complex is visited by three modern furies, Greta Thunberg, AOC, and Bernie. How can Bernie be a goddess? Didn't you know that Gloria Steinem named him an honorary woman? True story.

The Furies original painting, prints, and merch available in shop or through RedBubble or Fine Arts America. This would be an excellent greeting card, right? Or socks...RedBubble has socks.

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Sophia and the Apocryphon of John

In 1945, thirteen leather-bound papyrus codices buried in a sealed jar were found by an Egyptian farmer near the town of Nag Hammadi, Egypt. These early Christian texts date from the 3rd century CE, and include writings attributed to John the Baptist. The writings of John became known as the Secret Book of John, or the Apocryphon of John. A translation by Frederik Wisse can be read online . In the Apocryphon, there is a female counterpart to the Father - the holy Mother, Barbelo. "She is the forethought of the All - her light shines like his light - the perfect power... The first power, the glory of Barbelo, the perfect glory in the aeons, the glory of the revelation... she became the womb of everything, for it is she who is prior to them all, the Mother-Father." I became aware of the Apocryphon of John after reading a graphic novel by Marisa Acocella, The Big She-Bang, The Herstory of the Universe According to God the Mother (highly recommended, by ...

The Burney Relief

The Burney Relief , also known as Queen of the Night, lives at the British Museum . It is a Mesopotamian high relief plaque from 1800 - 1750 BCE. Studies of pigment residue have revealed that it was originally colored as shown in my painting below. The relief is believed by many to be Ishtar (Inanna's new name after around 2300 BCE). However, others believe the relief instead depicts Ereshkigal - Ishtar/Inanna's sister - the goddess of the underworld. What do you think - which sister? To me, owls say underworld. I think this is Ereshkigal, triumphant after Inanna's visit. Would you like the triumphant goddess of the underworld on merch, or a print, or even the original painting? She could adorn your life, thanks to Fine Art America .

Medusa

When you think of Medusa, you probably think of snake hair. But, do you know why she has snake hair? Misogyny and rape culture. Medusa was raped by Poseidon in Athena's temple. As punishment, Athena gave Medusa snake hair. This made Medusa an exciting prize for would be heroes, so, in the aftermath of her rape, she was hunted by trophy-seekers. Perseus was the one to finally take her head. As a prize, he was reward with Pegasus, a flying horse who sprang from Medusa's severed neck, her rape baby with Poseidon. Thanks, Greek mythology. Original painting on recycled cedar shingle. More on Medusa: Vice News Prospect Magazine Wikipedia

Demon Cats

You've probably seen the happy, waving, beckoning Maneki Neko, but have you heard of her cousins, the Bakeneko? Bakeneko are demon cats. If a cat lives longer than 13 years in Japan and has not been treated like a god, it is likely to turn into a demon cat. It may kill its owner and shapeshift to take their place. If you have an old cat, beware. Every October in Kagurazaka, Tokyo, there is a bakeneko parade. I visited, through the magic of YouTube. Original painting, prints, and merch available in shop or through RedBubble or Fine Art America .

Sheela Na Gig and the Power of the Vagina

The Guardian published a piece on Sheela Na Gigs for International Women's Day on Monday. Here's a link. A few weeks ago, I painted two Sheelas. Found on churches throughout the British Isles and Europe, Sheela Na Gigs are "figurative carvings of naked women displaying an exaggerated vulva." There are over 100 documented examples just in Ireland. The carvings may be remnants of a pre-Christian mother goddess. They may also have been thought to ward off evil spirits. They're often found over doors or windows, and they're generally smiling. The two I have painted are from the Church of St. Mary and St. David at Kilpeck, Herefordshire, England and the Parish Church of Oaksey, Wiltshire. While I was researching the Sheelas I came across other related stories of, as the Guardian so deftly put it, "big vagina energy". The power of women (especially the nude form) to create life, protect it, or - conversely - take it away. My favorit...

Adventures in Textile, Fabric and/or Fiber Art Including my Goddess Art Quilt

In January, I submitted art to a gallery exhibition for the first time. It was just an online exhibition due to coronavirus, but it was still exciting to see my work on a gallery website. The gallery in question does a monthly exhibition. The first exhibition of the year was entitled "About Face", and accepted one work per artist. The second exhibition was Textile, Fabric, or Fiber Art", and was accepting up to three pieces per artist. So, even though I've been primarily working with acrylic paint on canvas, I decided to make some textile, fabric, or fiber art. The first piece I made was entitled "Salvador Dali Basking in the Glow of Elsa Schiaparelli". I still used a canvas and acrylic paint, but I covered the canvas with shocking pink fabric, featured my favorite historical fashion designer, and added a touch of embroidery and embellishment. Elsa Schiaparelli was a fashion designer, possibly the most brilliant of all time, wo...

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