Pretty Pressure

Acrylic, Oil on canvas, 24 x 48 inches. Original Work.

A bold exploration of femininity and power, this piece plays with contrast—soft pink tones meet an unapologetic, biting expression. The oversized lips pull you in with a glossy, seductive finish, while the exposed teeth introduce tension and attitude beneath the surface.

The scattered organic shapes in the background echo imperfection and individuality, challenging traditional ideas of beauty. One tooth is fully encrusted in rhinestones, transforming it into a focal point—glamorous, excessive, and impossible to ignore. It shifts the piece from soft and pretty into something more assertive and self-aware.

Sweet at first glance but undeniably sharp, this work captures a “girly but bold” energy—where beauty doesn’t ask for permission.