Artwork title : Look at me

Title: "Look at Me"

This artwork, created using a mixed-media technique, combines photography, painting, and textile art (embroidery) to make a powerful statement on gender diversity and the reactions to transgender individuals. At its center is a portrait of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria, left unchanged to challenge the prejudices and societal norms of today.

Maria Theresa, a remarkable historical figure, was not only a woman and mother but also an empress, fulfilling a role considered a "man's job" in her time. She was treated with the same seriousness and authority as her male counterparts, making her a symbol of breaking traditional gender roles.

In this piece, the portrait of Maria Theresa is enhanced with the integration of embroidery and painterly elements, weaving together modern and historical aspects. The embroidery represents the many facets and identities that exist beyond the binary gender spectrum, while the painterly accents illustrate the fluid and diverse ways in which people experience and express their gender identity.

The viewer is invited to question their own prejudices and reactions when approaching the portrait of a historical figure who simultaneously challenges both traditional and modern concepts of gender roles. "Look at Me" is a call for reflection and recognition of the complexity and beauty of human identity in all its forms.