About The Factory

The painting titled ”The Factory” depicts a cotton field with an unusual scene. In the foreground, a sheep stands among the cotton bolls, its wool blending with the fluffy white cotton tufts. Around the sheep’s neck is a pink ribbon that winds its way across the field to a young woman standing at the edge.

The woman, dressed in denim jeans and a cotton t-shirt, has the other end of the pink ribbon tied around her wrist, connecting her to the sheep. On her head, she wears a hat shaped like a wolf’s head, creating a striking contrast with her otherwise casual attire. In one hand, she holds a peacock feather.

This surreal composition juxtaposes various elements of the textile and clothing industry. The cotton field represents the raw material, while the sheep alludes to wool production. The woman’s cotton clothing embodies the finished product. Her wolf headdress suggests a predatory aspect, perhaps symbolizing the industry’s impact on workers or the environment.

The pink ribbon linking the sheep to the woman implies a connection between the source materials and human labor in the production chain. The peacock feather adds an element of luxury or vanity, contrasting with the utilitarian nature of cotton and wool.

The title ”The Factory” reinforces the painting’s commentary on the clothing industry, highlighting the complex relationships between raw materials, animal products, human labor, and consumer goods. It invites reflection on the roles of victims and predators within this system.

66 cm x 92 cm

Created 2023.
Acrylic on canvas.