Ovid’s recounting of the story of Daphne and Apollo. In 2011, I began exploring the myths of transformation and rape that are found in Ovid’s Metamorphosis. Daphne was one of these pieces. After the relentless pursuit of Daphne by the god Apollo, Daphne was transformed into a laurel tree.
Ovid’s recounting of the story of Daphne and Apollo. In 2011, I began exploring the myths of transformation and rape that are found in Ovid’s Metamorphosis. Daphne was one of these pieces. After the relentless pursuit of Daphne by the god Apollo, Daphne was transformed into a laurel tree.
Oil painting on canvas, framed with green wood.
