The Malcontent Series

It all started with “nope” in 2020. That one benign, colloquial word hid a violent defiance behind colorful candy. It is a blanket you pull over your head to hide from the world, or a comfort food you just refuse to be lectured about. Four simple little letters, cushioned by sweetness, like a middle finger from a Disney princess.

-Shayna Leib

"Nope" 2020    24" x 48"   oil on wood

"Meh" 2021    30" x 40"   oil on canvas 

"Hostess® Poopcake"  2022    30" x 40"  oil on canvas

"Irk"  2021  24" x 48"     oil on canvas

"Blech" 2022  30" x 40"   oil on canvas

"Hork"  2022  30" x 48"    Oil on canvas