Murder Ballad 2016

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Zoe Hawk's 2016 painting "Murder Ballad" depicts a haunting scene of four women in a forest and by a lake. The painting utilizes a muted palette, with cool blues, greens, and purples, creating an atmosphere of mystery and unease. The central figures are four women dressed in somber colors, their poses suggesting sorrow and loss. The imagery suggests themes of betrayal, revenge, and death, drawing upon the traditional storytelling tropes of the murder ballad genre. This unsettling yet captivating piece invites the viewer to contemplate the narrative and the emotions swirling around the women, leaving room for individual interpretation.