Artemisia Gentileschi

Judith Slaying Holofernes 1612-13 Oil on Canvas 57 x 77

Artemisia Gentileschi was on on July 8th 1593 to a oaubter by the name Orazio. From a young age she learned to paint and was exposed to the works of several artists such as Caravaggio, who was one of her biggest inspirations, especially with his use of "chiaroscuro". Her paintings gave new light to biblical women depicting them with a new ferociousness. Her historical relevancy represents the very beginnings of feminism. The bold women she depicts in her paintings have survived a lifetime and deserve a part in this exhibition.