For My Next Act (Margette)

In For My Next Act (Margette), Alina Mickelson uses drag to explore her experiences as a victim of dating violence, the influence of mass media portrayals of these relationships, and her journey to reclaim confidence in the aftermath. Through multimedia techniques-including monotype image transfers, paper maché, collage, painting, and screenprinting—she transforms her digital photographs to create a dressing room for her alter ego, Margette. In her work, the space becomes a physical embodiment of societal expectations placed on victims, challenging the demand for them to conform to the role of "the perfect victim."

EXHIBITION OPENING SOON! May 5-14 630 Flushing Ave Brooklyn, NY.