March 30, 2021 Detail from "Guiding Light". Photo Credit Samantha Tallichet The vibrant and magical drawings and paintings in Samantha Tallichet’s “Beyond Aurora” focus on women’s beauty, strength, independence, and diversity. The theme of this exhibition examines how women are portrayed in classic fairytales. Her work combines fantasy and realism elements to present a reimagined, modern twist on the way women are characterized in these stories. Tallichet uses a variety of media, including charcoal, oil, and acrylic paint. They are inspired by the illustrations and drawings that can be found in old fairytale books. The artwork in this series pushes against the old “archetype” that insists princesses need a prince. On view in the Wilson Hall Gallery through April 1st.Virtual tour available through April 30th. VIRTUAL TOUR
