The Starving Artist Initiative proudly presents  ‘the body remembers," an immersive exhibition that delves into the profound experiences of women in relation to gender safety and rights. This transformative project uncovers the intricate connections between trauma, resilience, and healing, shedding light on the stories that shape our society.

featuring over 30 female artists 

from 20+ countries

These diverse artists share their profound works, delving into personal and cultural narratives that explore and challenge experiences related to trauma, gender safety, and healing, specifically focusing on women's experiences.

Ketsia Camacho Ramos, Reina de Ruinas, Portrait, 2023.

"the body remembers" promises to be a captivating and thought-provoking journey, weaving together a rich tapestry of artistic expressions and voices. The diversity of artist contributions serves as a catalyst for meaningful dialogue, raising awareness, and advocating for positive change regarding gender safety and rights. Join us as we embark on this empowering exploration of the human experience. Together, let us create a space that fosters empathy, understanding, and transformation.

18+ Exhibition: Sensitive content includes sexual themes, gender, trauma, and nudity. Viewer discretion advised. 

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Jamie Rose
USA
@jamie.marie.rose

Lana Eileen
Australia
@lana.eileen.art

Hava Zilbershtein
Israel
@hava_the_printmaker

Aleena Sharif
Pakistan
@aleenasharif_art

Angelica Atzin Garcia
Ireland/Mexico
@atzingarcia

Olesya Gonserovskaya
Istanbul, Turkey
@gonserovskayaolesya

Leila Bakouche
Toulouse, France
@leila.bakouche

Sanae Yasuda
Shiga, Japan
@mega_seed_after

Gloria Tang
Singapore
@gouachedaway

Elena T Smyrniotis
Dubai, UAE
@otis_of_october

Sumedha Gupta
New Delhi, India
@sumedhaguptaa

Maame Marful
Ghana
@_a_morganite

Jaina Cipriano
USA
@jainastudio

Ketsia Camacho Ramos
Puerto Rico
@sintomaestetico

Suman Kabiraj
India
@sumankabirajstudio

Liliya Zhilina
Cyprus
@iammeellz

Vera Khodakova
Jersey City, New Jersey
@khodakova_art

Sandra Cavanagh
Brooklyn, NY, USA
@sandra_cavanagh_artista

Militsa Milenkova
Glasgow, Scotland
@militsa_milenkova

Sophie Mahoney
New Jersey, USA
@sophs_art_tings @s_mahoney_

Adanma Nwankwo
London, United Kingdom
@adasartislife

Emelia Archer
Brighton, UK
@emeliaarcherportfolio

Yuliia Bondar
Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
@indiasteeth

Tifaine Coignoux
France
@tifainecoignoux

Sara Rahanjam
Iran
@sararahanjam

Ziba Pashang
Iran
@zpashang

Ally Zlatar
Toronto, Canada
@allyzlatar

Irena Paskali
@irena9mk
Germany

Victoria Nguyen
Houston, Texas, USA
@vittorianguyen

Özlem Köse
Istanbul, Turkey
@ozlemkose__

Nizlyn
USA
@nizlyn_artist

Kaeli McLeod
Los Angeles, California, USA @mrsandmann

Katalin Pusztaszeri
Budapest, Hungary
@katalinpusztaszeri