In our modern world, we are constantly bombarded with unrealistic standards of beauty, which can lead to a never-ending cycle of self-criticism. The concept of body positivity has been promoted as a way to counteract this culture, but even this can sometimes lead to toxic positivity. That’s where the idea of body neutrality comes in. Rather than focusing on appearances, body neutrality promotes a healthy relationship with our bodies by removing physical appearance as a criterion for self-worth. It reminds us that we don’t need to love our bodies every second of the day, but rather to accept and embrace them as they are.
Art world newcomer, Roxanne Ricohermoso, recently mounted her first solo exhibition titled “Fragments” at the SuperDuper gallery. With her adeptness for technique and conceptual experimentation, Ricohermoso takes a risk by experimenting with a new style of nude art. Her series portrays the body in an empathetic way, emphasizing a different meaning of “sensuality” by grounding into the five senses. Through a collaborative process with a figure model, the subject self-shoots in curated poses, moving into her senses and expressing what appeals to her in that moment. Ricohermoso’s artwork challenges the usual categorical choices of commercial photography, exploring unconventional poses and portraying the model’s body as unextraordinary and normal.
While Ricohermoso takes after the style of figurative neoclassical works of the 19th century, she adds a 21st-century twist by presenting just fragments of the subject. Her technique picks up from impressionism in the way she plays with the light and removes the stiffness of anatomy. Ricohermoso’s paintings evoke intensity yet softness, highlighting the organic parts of the female body by emphasizing its unique shapes and outlines. Her fascination with flesh and nakedness highlights the profound story behind the bits of human flesh. It’s a story that is both vulnerable and free of judgment, making art that inspires.
Ricohermoso’s career took the long way to get where it is today. She studied to be a pharmacy graduate and worked in the healthcare industry before moving away from it, closer to art. She found her mentor at a gallery near her home, where she became his apprentice. She continued her learning experience enrolling in online workshops with international artists like Michael Britton, Jennifer Genari, Ramon Hurtado, and Alex Venezia. Ultimately, with her first solo exhibition “Fragments,” Ricohermoso shows signs of her oeuvre evolving, making more art that dives into new ideas.
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