Alma Quinto
re(VEIL)ed
wedding gown, thread, acrylic
2 ft x 2 ft
2009
re(VEIL)ed
wedding gown, thread, acrylic
2 ft x 2 ft
2009
My work is on how I asserted myself as a woman in my relationship with males, questioning religion’s role in instilling in women the consciousness of being subordinate.
The golden thread, a symbol of power, privilege and wealth, is used for the two imposing patriarchal lines as rebutted by the bold and assertive embroidered red statements, clenched fists and defiant stance of the unclothed woman.
The golden thread, a symbol of power, privilege and wealth, is used for the two imposing patriarchal lines as rebutted by the bold and assertive embroidered red statements, clenched fists and defiant stance of the unclothed woman.
Texts embroidered on the cloth
You are made from man.
I have rights.
I have choices
You are made for man.
I am made for woman too.
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BOXED 09: The Start of a Conversation
Blanc Gallery.359 Shaw Blvd Interior,
Addition Hills, Mandaluyong.
December 12, 2009-January 2, 2010
You are made from man.
I have rights.
I have choices
You are made for man.
I am made for woman too.
________________________________
BOXED 09: The Start of a Conversation
Blanc Gallery.359 Shaw Blvd Interior,
Addition Hills, Mandaluyong.
December 12, 2009-January 2, 2010
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