Villains have long been seen as the opposite of heroes—driven by malice and a desire to dominate. However, a closer look reveals that many villains are misunderstood, and their villainy often stems from their circumstances and how they are treated. Are villains born evil, or are they created by the world around them? Through the Wicked Witch, we see how rejection and struggle can turn someone who is simply different into a figure labeled "wicked." This piece questions the nature of villainy, suggesting that what we call "evil" may be a reflection of how society views those who challenge it.
This art piece honors the Wicked Witch as a powerful figure who challenges the traditional ideas of good and evil. In the original story, she is seen as a villain, feared and defeated. However, in Wicked, she is reimagined as Elphaba, a strong, complex character whose wickedness comes not from malice, but from the society that rejected her. The Wicked Witch is a symbol of resilience, individuality, and justice, standing against the status quo, unafraid to be misunderstood. This piece honors the Witch's spirit, recognizing her not just as a villain, but as the ultimate diva of defiance—unrivaled, unbowed, and deserving of her place at the center of the narrative.
Villains have long been seen as the opposite of heroes—driven by malice and a desire to dominate. However, a closer look reveals that many villains are misunderstood, and their villainy often stems from their circumstances and how they are treated. Are villains born evil, or are they created by the world around them? Through the Wicked Witch, we see how rejection and struggle can turn someone who is simply different into a figure labeled "wicked." This piece questions the nature of villainy, suggesting that what we call "evil" may be a reflection of how society views those who challenge it.
This art piece honors the Wicked Witch as a powerful figure who challenges the traditional ideas of good and evil. In the original story, she is seen as a villain, feared and defeated. However, in Wicked, she is reimagined as Elphaba, a strong, complex character whose wickedness comes not from malice, but from the society that rejected her. The Wicked Witch is a symbol of resilience, individuality, and justice, standing against the status quo, unafraid to be misunderstood. This piece honors the Witch's spirit, recognizing her not just as a villain, but as the ultimate diva of defiance—unrivaled, unbowed, and deserving of her place at the center of the narrative.
40” x 50” [acrylic, mono screen print]
