NATURAL BEAUTY SERIES 2

DELANEY BEND
Natural Beauty P. 2
30 x 40 in
Encaustic and oils on framed canvas
2018

Delaney Bend's "Natural Beauty P. 2" continues her captivating series, blending abstract realism with vibrant imagery. The piece juxtaposes a bold peony against a confident female figure, inviting contemplation of fragility and resilience. Inspired by eco-feminist beliefs, Bend's work celebrates the interconnectedness of all life forms, reflecting a world where mutual respect reigns. Through the use of encaustic and oil, Bend captures the essence of natural beauty, projecting images of coral and foliage onto the female form. This harmonious existence highlights the primitive resiliency and delicacy of both the feminine and the ecosystem, urging viewers to appreciate the balance needed for societal and ecological preservation.