36×48 inches

This painting presents a striking and unsettling image: a woman’s head encased in clear plastic, packaged like a slab of meat on a grocery store shelf. Her face is adorned with flawless makeup, her lips full and meticulously shaped, emphasizing an air of manufactured beauty and perfection. The sterile packaging and the object-like presentation make it clear that this is not a person but a product, designed to be consumed and desired.

The artwork delves into the modern obsession with achieving perfection, particularly among women who may feel pressured to "purchase" an idealized version of themselves through beauty products, cosmetic procedures, or societal expectations. The polished appearance within the package represents the facade of perfection, while the act of being wrapped and commodified symbolizes the loss of individuality and authenticity in the pursuit of unattainable standards.

At its core, the painting delivers a powerful message: true beauty cannot be bought or artificially constructed. It emerges from within, rooted in self-acceptance and the understanding that perfection lies not in flawlessness but in embracing one's imperfections. The packaged head serves as a poignant reminder of the danger of sacrificing one's true self in the relentless quest for societal ideals.