Bouffant Pride 2003

"Bouffant Pride" (2003) by Ellen Gallagher is a mixed media collage that utilizes an array of images and materials to create a complex and layered work of art. The piece features a grid of black and white photographs of individuals, mostly women, with their faces obscured by yellow, cartoon-like hairstyles. At the bottom, a single, oversized image of a woman's profile with a bouffant hairdo stands in stark contrast to the grid, adding another dimension to the work. Gallagher's work often explores themes of race, identity, and the representation of African Americans in popular culture. "Bouffant Pride" exemplifies her unique artistic style and her ability to combine humor and social commentary within her creations.