Karma’s a Queen 2018

Editor: This is Rose Freymuth-Frazier's "Karma's a Queen" from 2018, an oil painting with, uh, quite the regal feline vibe! There’s something both unsettling and humorous about it. What stands out to you? Curator: Unsettling, yes! And humorous, absolutely. But perhaps that is because, at first glance, I wasn't sure what "karma" was, you know? Is it that fluffy glare, those penetrating gold eyes, or perhaps the doll – is it defeated or merely… repurposed? I find it delightful when art winks at me; that little *are you SURE about that*, you know? What about the formal composition – the strong contrast between light and shadow? Where does it lead your eye? Editor: It's definitely drawn to the cat's face, especially those intense eyes. And the lighting almost makes the doll seem…sacrificial? Do you think the artist is trying to make a statement about power dynamics, maybe the tables turning? Curator: Sacrificial – lovely word choice! And tables turning is spot-on! Maybe she’s reflecting on the unexpected ways power manifests. The cute cat becomes… not so cute. The inert doll hints at something deeper, and maybe, just maybe, our presumptions of dominance are hilariously overturned. But I wonder, are we seeing justice served, or a feline coup d'état? Does it make us reflect on our own karmic footprint? Editor: Feline coup d'état! I love that! I definitely see a new layer to the humor now—it’s more than just a funny cat picture; it’s making you think. Curator: Exactly. And that’s the magic. Even a fluffy portrait can trigger that introspective shiver.