Aphrodite 

Fernanda Suarez presents us with a modern take on the iconic Aphrodite, an image steeped in centuries of art history. Here, Suarez reimagines the goddess of love and beauty, challenging classical conventions. Instead of the idealized, often passive nudes of the past, Suarez presents a powerful figure who claims her sensuality. This Aphrodite stands in her own agency. The artist adorns her goddess with a contemporary gaze, a deliberate move away from traditional depictions. The pink hues, the flowing hair, and delicate floral crown create a sense of ethereal beauty, yet there's also a groundedness, a palpable strength in her expression. The artist seems to be asking: What does it mean to embody beauty and desire on your own terms? Suarez invites us to reconsider the narratives we've inherited, and to envision new possibilities for female representation in art and beyond.