The Feminine Gaze

The exhibit showcases the concept of women and female empowerment through the medium of photography. Its objective is to empower women by showcasing their strength, resilience, and beauty in each image. The conceptual direction taken in the shoots incorporates hair, makeup, and overall styling to further emphasize the message. Every image has the power to inspire viewers to think critically about the role of women in society. The exhibit provides a space for women to unite, share their experiences, and gain a better understanding of what it means to be a woman in today's world.

These two photographs are a tribute to the beauty and power of women, demonstrating the strength that comes from unity. They represent the diversity of women and the resilience that we possess. With striking colors, fierce eyes, a neck piece and a body armor symbolizing the constraints that women face, this project inspires us to break free from these limitations and to seize control of our lives. The muse in this project is a testament to the unbreakable spirit of women all around the world and our ability to overcome adversity. Inspired by Sir Paco Rabanne's innovative use of materials such as aluminum and metal in design, these images showcase and celebrate self-expression and empower us through bolder fashion choices. The message is clear: You can put us in a cage or on a leash, but we will emerge stronger and more powerful than ever before.

In this stunning photograph, six young women lounge against a Renaissance-inspired background, donning glimmering gold gowns that create a sense of extravagance and grandeur. The warm colors and dimmed lighting give the image a sense of old-world charm and elegance, similar to that of a painting. The photograph exudes a feeling of timelessness, as if the women were transported from another era. Overall, this is a striking tribute to the beauty and grace of the female form, and to the grandeur of an era long gone.

This photograph captures a regal woman adorned in a gorgeous pink gown, standing confidently in the midst of a grand renaissance-esque setting. The ornate painting and lush greenery in the background seem to highlight the woman's elegance and grace, while her determined expression and imposing posture suggest that she is a force to be reckoned with. The pink color of her dress is a bold statement of femininity, and yet it only adds to her commanding presence in the scene.

This photograph is an extended metaphor common to the Millennial at work: Up against the wall, ill suited to being slotted into a corner and fitted into black and white. In the image, the subject contorts themselves and emerges as a transformed, empowered figure in the process of becoming. The focus is on the resilience and creativity required to challenge societal constraints, and the role of self-expression in the process. She highlights the importance of breaking away from norms and stereotypes in order to find personal growth and success in the modern working world.