Created By
Chanelle Rose
Archival Ballpoint Pen & Ink on Paper
Curator
Artbridger Curator
Chanelle Rose's "Covert II" captivates with its intricate interplay of symbolism and subtlety, inviting viewers into a world where strength and vulnerability intertwine seamlessly. The artist's deft use of chains, cuffs, and masks serves as a visual metaphor for the complexities of female resilience, hinting at both confinement and protection. Through the enigmatic gaze of the central figure, Rose skillfully conveys a sense of quiet determination and astuteness, urging us to reflect on the hidden layers of power that lie beneath the surface of femininity. In "Covert II," beauty meets strength in a mesmerizing dance of grace and fortitude, beckoning us to ponder the nuanced art of balancing fragility with unwavering resolve.
Artist statement: Over time, and throughout generations, many women master the art of balance - the balance of strength and grace, of strong messaging within a gentle voice, while both determined and resilient - making them formidable within covert operations. Each artwork reflects women as an embodiment of resilience and symbols of strength, whose essence is of courage and determination. They master adaptability, as multi-skilled strategists within varied situations. The character's mysterious allure represents caution - a covert operation at hand. While the woman depicts beauty, grace conceals her strength. Chains, cuffs, and masks symbolically reflect both a warning and protection - of inner-strength, eloquence and power...and constraint. Protection of her thoughts, her words, her wisdom. In each piece, her eyes glisten; she is keenly astute to the situation she so silently observes - cautiously, covertly. The work is a reminder to the viewer to stay determined and aware, even in our most vulnerable moments.
Created By
Chanelle Rose
70 x 45 cm | 28 x 18 in
Museum-grade framing: Custom built matt black frame UV acrylic
2021
