This is my original painting, "Little Red Riding Hood". It is oil paint on a wood-cradled canvas. The artwork is 24 inches (width) x 18 inches (height) x 0.5 inches (depth). It can be due to hung as is since it is stretched canvas on wooden bars. However, it can also be framed.
Little Red Riding Hood Description: My work focuses on the manifestation of identity, particularly black identity. This identity always forms to show the consistently powerful presence of the black figure. I'm rewriting the narrative that western visual media has historically established by elevating black figures to the role of the protagonist.
There is a definite negative social identity that is imposed upon black youth when the media negates the idea of the "black hero". These pieces break free from this imposed identity and explore new ranges. It's important to see the black protagonist, the black leader, the black achiever. I’m reimagining the woodcutter (the true hero of Little Red Riding Hood) as a contemporary black male. I'm reclaiming the image of a black male with a gun as a deviant criminal. He yearns to save the day, although the stereotypes imposed upon him put him in a compromising position to outsider viewers.
Little Red Riding Hood, Original Painting, 24" x 18" inches
For Prints: Most prints are custom printed on demand, therefore, please allow up to 14 business days of printing and packing time before artwork is shipped out. Additional shipping time begins after this production time and can be approximately 5-7 business days for domestic ground services. If you need something more urgently than this, please reach out at amurisart@gmail.com and I can see what we can do for you. Domestic shipping for all originals is free. For Originals: Premade Originals are kept on hand and sent out within 7 business days. Shipping time after this can be approximately 5-7 business days for domestic ground services. If you need something more urgently than this, please reach out at amurisart@gmail.com and I can see what we can do for you. Custom Commissions are marked "made to order" on the listing and state the estimated production and delivery time in the product description. Please reach out if you'd like to hire me for a personal custom commission and would like me to create a listing for it. Domestic shipping for all originals is free. International Shipping: International shipping is available to certain locations and is limited to standard artwork sizes only. During the checkout screen, you will be informed if shipping is available to your location. Shipping and handling times will vary by location. Please allow 10 to 25 days shipping time for your international package, production times can be found above in the respective "For Prints" or "For Originals" section. International orders may also be subject to additional duties and taxes. Please be aware that these fees are not included in the prices listed on my website, nor am I responsible for covering them. International shipping is a flat $50 USD for all products, but becomes free with a minimum spend of $200 USD.