Wanda Martin (Laerel), “Judith Beheading Holofernes,” 2011, photo, http://www.laerel.deviantart.com
“The secret to humor is surprise.” ― Aristotle
And amidst this glorious tribute to Allori’s Judith by Wanda Martin – that uses rich color and vivid expression to intoxicate the viewer – there lies a surprise. I hope you find it as humorous as I did … although Holofernes is not laughing.
yes, the title says my name is "Judith, to you." and it's as arrogant as it sounds. that's what happens when a giggley little girl is bestowed a heavy-weight name like Judith. but it's time to own my name. to be Shakespearean and wonder "What's in a name?" to learn about the artwork inspired by the name. to contemplate how a widow in a gleaming gown can decapitate a brute - and not muss her nails. join me in the bumpy ride through history and art and social change, all in the name of Judith.
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