Blue Bird 

Sarah Joncas created this painting, titled "Blue Bird," using oils and acrylics on canvas. Looking closely, one can see subtle brushstrokes creating the illusion of smooth skin and flowing hair. Joncas’s attention to detail is remarkable, particularly in the depiction of the figure's tattoo; a bird pierced by an arrow. The use of traditional oil painting techniques contrasts with the contemporary subject matter: a young woman, adorned with a tattoo, set against a surreal, dreamlike backdrop. The painting engages with issues of identity, representation, and the body as a canvas. The time-intensive and labor-intensive nature of traditional oil painting imbues the work with a sense of value and craftsmanship. In a world dominated by mass production, Joncas’s "Blue Bird" celebrates the unique qualities of handmade art. This work invites us to reconsider the role of craftsmanship in contemporary art.