Walking out of time 

Editor: Here we have "Walking Out of Time" by Fernanda Suarez, a contemporary portrait in acrylic. The figure, rendered against a stark red backdrop, evokes a mood of both vulnerability and resilience. How do you interpret this work, particularly considering its title? Curator: The title, “Walking Out of Time”, suggests a rupture, a break from linear progression. The figure, adorned with those brilliant white flowers, seems caught between worlds. It invites us to consider the societal constraints placed upon women and their journey toward self-determination outside the confines of patriarchal time. What do you make of her direct gaze? Editor: I find her gaze challenging, almost confrontational. It's as if she's refusing to be passively observed. Curator: Precisely! Suarez gives agency to her subject. This portrait engages with contemporary feminist theory, questioning traditional representations of women in art. Think about the male gaze and how it historically objectified women. How does Suarez subvert that? Editor: By presenting a woman who is both beautiful and powerful, in control of her own image, instead of passively awaiting someone's approval. Also the name evokes an activism act: stepping out of imposed norms. Curator: Absolutely. The red backdrop, traditionally a color of passion or danger, here might signify the fire of resistance, the strength required to step outside of societal expectations. Her slighty reddened cheeks, could point at her physical and psycological effort of walking out of the imposed timelines. Editor: It's fascinating how a seemingly simple portrait can carry such a complex message. I appreciate your perspective on how it intersects with feminist theory. Curator: And I appreciate your insightful observations. By examining art through a critical lens, we can uncover hidden narratives and challenge existing power structures. There is beauty and protest together.