Description
Alexandria J. Taylor (American, Unknown)
There’s something instantly captivating about Alexandria J Taylor’s work—an emotional magnetism that pulls the viewer into dreamlike worlds that are both deeply personal and subtly uncanny. Her artist proof for the print titled “Strawberry Girl” is no exception. This piece is a tender, quietly surreal portrait that radiates both vulnerability and strength, rendered with Taylor’s signature balance of softness and mystery.
In “Strawberry Girl”, the subject appears ethereal, surrounded by muted, earthy tones punctuated by the bright, almost fantastical red of the strawberries. The contrast gives the print a feeling of both rootedness and whimsy. Taylor’s linework is delicate but confident, and the figure’s gaze suggests an unspoken narrative—something halfway between a dream and a memory.
Being an artist proof, this particular print carries an added layer of intimacy. Artist proofs are typically the first few prints pulled from the press, used by the artist to check color, registration, and composition. They’re often slightly different from the final edition—sometimes with markings, subtle adjustments, or variations that make them especially collectible. Taylor’s choice to release this proof shows a willingness to share a piece of her process, which aligns beautifully with the emotive honesty of the image itself.
What makes “Strawberry Girl” stand out is how it blends traditional portraiture with a contemporary, almost illustrative sensibility. There’s a storybook quality to it—like a page torn from a folktale that’s been filtered through the lens of modern femininity and introspection. You don’t just look at the figure; you wonder about her. Is she waiting for something? Has she come from somewhere else? Is she the strawberry girl of someone’s childhood memory—or is she conjured from the artist’s own mythology?
Alexandria J Taylor has a way of creating characters that linger in the mind long after you’ve seen them. “Strawberry Girl” is no different—it’s a hauntingly beautiful print, made all the more special by its status as an artist proof. Whether you’re a collector or simply someone who appreciates art that whispers instead of shouts, this piece invites a slow, thoughtful gaze—and rewards it with quiet magic.
