Martha Stewart 

Romero Britto’s ‘Martha Stewart’ employs screen-printing and painting to offer a vibrant take on celebrity portraiture. Britto, a Brazilian artist, came to prominence in the late 20th century, a period dominated by mass media and the cult of personality. His style, which draws heavily from Pop Art, captures the essence of that era. This portrait, in particular, uses bright colors, bold lines, and simplified forms to depict Martha Stewart, an icon of American domesticity and entrepreneurship. But what does it mean to portray a businesswoman in such an overtly celebratory manner? Britto seems to be commenting on the increasing overlap between celebrity culture and the business world. As art historians, it's our job to delve into the social and institutional frameworks that give rise to such images. By consulting biographies, media archives, and market analysis, we can uncover the complex interplay of forces that shape both the production and reception of artworks like this.