Female rage has found its way into art, literature, and activism, challenging the status quo. For my zine, I used Photoshop and Illustrator to encapsulate these thoughts and feelings of my feminine rage. I used images like ribbons, lace, bows, and shoes to symbolize/visualize the stereotypical portrayal of what women think and talk about. I also incorporated Christian imagery to reflect on how religions have different and stricter rules for girls.
Female rage is a force to be reckoned with, a potent and transformative energy that has historically been suppressed and misunderstood. It is an emotion born from the deep well of frustration and injustice, a response to the systemic inequalities that have persisted for centuries. While rage is a universal human emotion, the expression of female rage has often been met with resistance, labeling, and silencing. However, as society evolves and women's voices grow stronger, the power of female rage is gaining recognition as a catalyst for change. Throughout history, women have been discouraged from expressing anger or rage. Societal expectations have pushed women towards docility and conformity, stifling their capacity to voice their discontent. This suppression of female rage has perpetuated systemic discrimination and gender-based violence. Women's grievances were dismissed or belittled, reinforcing a culture of silence.
In recent years, however, a cultural shift has occurred. Women are reclaiming their right to express their anger and frustration, recognizing that silence only perpetuates inequality. The #MeToo movement, for example, allowed countless women to channel their rage into a collective force for justice.
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