"Memento Mori" is a series of paintings that are inspired by Victorian tombstones in New England. My partner and I have experienced the loss of several unborn babies, which is always on my mind. I empathize with women who have given birth in the past without the medical advancements we have today, and the high rates of maternal and infant mortality. I also think about the tiny bodies that were buried in little coffins with angel-winged skulls as their final resting place. I aimed to take that imagery and create my own narrative, using bright colors and intriguing iconography.
This project is in its first stages. Come back for more soon!
