All Hail the Queen
Sarah Spencer
50 x 50 inches
2023
ARTIST STATEMENT
This portrait was inspired by Queen Latifah, who I have re-imagined as an Egyptian queen. As this quilt came to life, it took on a greater meaning. I found myself contemplating boundaries: about the power in enforcing healthy boundaries to protect our visions for what we want to create in our lives, and about confidently and uncompromisingly blocking naysayers and forging ahead on our own personal journeys. I invite all individuals needing assistance with enforcing personal boundaries to channel the energy of this queen.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES
Cotton fabric, batting, thread.
Appli-piecing, free-motion quilting.