Susie Stone | Taking Up Space

Eames Fine Art Gallery

58 Bermondsey Street

London SE1 3UD

'I began thinking about this latest body of work when I became pregnant with my second child in 2022. At the same time the Roe vs Wade case, which had guaranteed women the right to abortion in America since 1973, was abruptly overturned. The combination of anger and sadness at seeing such a vital choice being taken away from women inspired me to create work depicting women with confidence, feeling free to express themselves however they choose. 

My choice of compositions, expressive poses, bold pattern and vibrant sartorial choices provide the women depicted with permission to take up space: it celebrates all women’s right to a freedom of expression, identity and joy. Art and fashion have always been a refuge for me and a way of self-expression that is both creative and joyful. How the clothes, colours and shapes we wear mould our mood and change how the world sees us is powerful enough to be an act of rebellion, resilience and, at times, of much-needed comfort.'

- Susie Stone, 2024