Design Collection

A Woman is a Weapon

'A Woman is a Weapon', depicts the heroism of women through folklore to serve as a collection of female strength, wisdom, and fortitude. Which celebrates the narrative of heroine bravery in mythological tales. These illustrations pay tribute to the heroic nature of women, as seen in Western and European folklore.

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Femme of the Forest

An idealized world where Bigfoot can roam her forest freely. She is protected from all tourist exploitation and coexists with humans.

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Heroine of Hamelin

A strong and persuasive Pied Piper lures all rats out of town. 'Heroine of Hamelin' utilizes a female figure as a symbol of hope, courage, and bravery.

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Joni and the Beanstalk

This piece exists as a space where a young girl gets to be the hero. Joni and the Beanstalk uses a mixture of geometric elements with an organic quilted composition to utilize juxtaposition.

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Let Down Your Hair

a fictional book cover/ sleeve about a feminist retelling of Rapunzel. 'Let Down Your Hair' exists in an alternate universe where Rapunzel takes interest in a female knight. Together, they use their strength to challenge the patriarchal kingdom and... More

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Perseus Will Pay

In an attempt to seek revenge, Medusa uses Perseus' torturous methodologies against him. Perseus Will Pay is an homage to overcoming female suffering and heroic vengeance.

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Red

This piece, titled 'Red', demonstrates Little Red Riding Hood heroically parading the body of the wolf that impersonated her grandmother.

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The Clock Strikes Twelve

This illustration rewrites the sisterhood of Cinderella and her stepsisters. 'The Clock Strikes Twelve' aims to rewrite the fairytale of Cinderella through a feminist lens that portrays women as celebrating each other, rather than resenting in... More

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The Tale of Bluebeard

This movie poster-esque illustration depicts the old French folktale, 'Bluebeard'. In this work, his seven wives are seen working together to seek revenge for all the pain and suffering he has inflicted upon them.

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The Wulf

This piece celebrates the old English epic poem, Beowulf. 'The Wulf' rewrites folklore to highlight a strong female entity who overcomes Grendel.

Work by

Emma Conte

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