ROLE MODELS
Trümmerfrauen in postwar Germany (late 1940s)//
Teen Idols from the 1990s who died - way too young and too soon - in this very decade //
Male characters spanking female characters in Hollywood films 1930s-1960s (10 out of hundreds of couples & scenes)
Conquistadors from Spain

2018

Digital master for machine embroidery or photo print.
90 cm X 90 cm

In ROLE MODELS I reflect on the significance and status of figures from past time popular culture, politics, and historic events. Each artwork is based on a specifically selected group and consists of 10 portraits, layered on top of each other. The common link between each group of people is their past or alleged status as role models. Due to the selection and positioning of these figures into the context of today, with new gained knowledge, personal development, and critical reflections, I tackle their status as role models and invite to discuss anew their role in society, history and personal memory.

© Angela Kaisers 2018