As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations today, we’re excited to be sharing a first glimpse of Emily Woodruff’s Ms Godiva – one of our ten micro-commissions awarded in partnership with Unlimited.
This vibrant painting reimagines Lady Godiva as a modern woman, cycling unfettered through the streets of Coventry. As well as celebrating the city’s bicycle manufacturing heritage, the (series) aims to “reform the norm” by challenging traditional depictions of femininity – aiming to champion body positivity and destigmatise body hair and menstruation.
We asked Emily a few questions about her work, and you can read what she had to say below alongside some close-ups of the painting.