The classical element of EARTH is what is represented in this painting, featuring a reclined woman enjoying loving herself.

The most risqué of my paintings, I very much enjoyed letting loose and creating more from my imagination than reference images. 

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This piece took me completely out of my comfort zone, which is why I painted it. I wanted it to celebrate femininity, sexual pleasure and beauty. It’s the sexuality that made me uncomfortable. “What will people think of me?” was a fear I wanted to confront, conquer and eradicate by painting this. I have often marvelled at how courageous other female artists were for expressing and depicting thoughts once considered taboo. Female self-pleasure is seldom discussed and celebrated.

I posted a poll in one of my Instagram stories, showing this painting and asking people to weigh in on the title they thought was the most fitting. The choices were “Taking Care of Business”, “No Batteries Required” and “A Little Lovin’”. The latter won by a small majority. I feel this painting could have owned any of the three titles. I hope it inspires other artists to paint beyond their comfort zone. Working through that discomfort builds confidence and is where we tend to find the most soul growth.

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