I'm a product of the toxic world we live in, where strangers hide behind screens to spew hate and criticism. The hurtful comments I received about my body still linger, a painful reminder of the devastating impact of body shaming.
As a mother, I thought l'd be shielded from such cruelty, but instead, I was left feeling broken and ashamed. The worst part? I'm not alone. Countless others have been driven to the brink by the relentless barrage of insults and criticism.
Body shaming is becoming a thing in the world we live in, that many people have lost their confidence.
Through this piece "Body Shame" I want to expose the dark truth about social media's role in perpetuating body shaming.
The constant scrutiny, the unrealistic expectations, the vicious comments, it's a toxic cocktail that's driving people to extreme measures, including surgery. We're living in a world where people feel pressured to conform to unrealistic beauty standards, rather than embracing their unique beauty. It's time to break free from this toxic culture. Let's create a world where we celebrate individuality, not conformity. Let's uplift and support each other, rather than tearing each other down.
Our words have power, let's use them to heal, not harm.
Title : body shame
Medium: mixed media
Dimension: 4 x 5 feet
Year: 2025
Original piece Hand painted by the artist
Comes with certificate of authenticity
I'm a product of the toxic world we live in, where strangers hide behind screens to spew hate and criticism. The hurtful comments I received about my body still linger, a painful reminder of the devastating impact of body shaming.
As a mother, I thought l'd be shielded from such cruelty, but instead, I was left feeling broken and ashamed. The worst part? I'm not alone. Countless others have been driven to the brink by the relentless barrage of insults and criticism.
Body shaming is becoming a thing in the world we live in, that many people have lost their confidence.
Through this piece "Body Shame" I want to expose the dark truth about social media's role in perpetuating body shaming.
The constant scrutiny, the unrealistic expectations, the vicious comments, it's a toxic cocktail that's driving people to extreme measures, including surgery. We're living in a world where people feel pressured to conform to unrealistic beauty standards, rather than embracing their unique beauty. It's time to break free from this toxic culture. Let's create a world where we celebrate individuality, not conformity. Let's uplift and support each other, rather than tearing each other down.
Our words have power, let's use them to heal, not harm.
Title : body shame
Medium: mixed media
Dimension: 4 x 5 feet
Year: 2025
Original piece Hand painted by the artist
Comes with certificate of authenticity
ColorRed
MaterialStretch Fabric
To United States
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At Africa Creates, we do not believe in the myth of predefined sizes. Each body is different and deserves an outfit just as unique. Therefore, to use this guide, we recommend using your measurements in inches (as explained below) rather than the "4 to 22" sizes.
From there you can select the corresponding international size for your order, and each seller will then be able to make sure to send the PERFECT fit for YOU!
How to measure ?
Collar size
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Chest size
Measure around your bust where it is wider by placing the tape measure under the arms and over the shoulder blades.
Waist size
Measure in the hollow of the waist.
Hip size
Keep your feet together and measure the widest part.
Crotch tower
Measure the top of the crotch up to the ankle bone.
