Things I Can’t Eat
In 2017 I was faced with a digestive health issue. My diet became extremely restricted, including a weeklong period when I was instructed to consume only bread and flat water. I chose to take this experience in a humorous direction—idolizing junk food through this brief series.
Martha Valenta "Cheeseburger", 2017. Acrylic, oil, and enamel on canvas. 36 inches x 36 inches
Martha Valenta "Pink Cotton Candy", 2017. Acrylic and oil on canvas. 36 inches x 36 inches
Martha Valenta "You Want Fries With That?", 2017. Acrylic, oil, and enamel on canvas. 36 inches x 36 inches
Martha Valenta "Dirty Martini", 2017. Acrylic on cradled board. 12 inches x 12 inches
Martha Valenta "Rockwell Burger", 2017. Acrylic on canvas. 8 inches x 8 inches