Shrinking Violet 2017

"Shrinking Violet" (2017) by Zoe Hawk is a painting that depicts a scene of domestic life, a young girl dressed in a ballet tutu performs in a living room while a second girl sits on a couch and appears to be either sleeping or in a state of exhaustion. The painting is a commentary on the pressures of modern life and the feeling of being overwhelmed. The use of vibrant colors, such as the pink tutu and the yellow curtains, contrasts with the somber mood of the painting. The starkness of the setting also contrasts with the implied movement of the ballet.