Beepa (Aoife) Claffey 

Beepa (Aoife) Claffey 

Statement

In my practice, I explore false narratives surrounding femininity by combining self-portraiture with print and textiles. My work utilises humour to expose the absurdity of the expectations and stereotypes relating to traditional depictions of femininity in history and media culture. By subverting these narratives, I invite the viewer to question the artifice of perceived womanliness and the often contradictory expectations placed on women.

The combination of print and textiles serves as a powerful medium to reclaim domestic labour which is historically associated with women, reframing the act as creative resistance. The tactile elements evoke both the weight of tradition and potential for reinterpretation, challenging traditional expectations and gender roles.

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Course: fine art

Year: 2025

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