This chapter explores the essence of 'big dick energy' as a representation of authentic self-confidence, independent of outside approval. The speaker shares personal reflections on self-worth and the emotional struggles tied to the anniversaries of their mother's and grandmother's passing, highlighting how these experiences shaped their growth.
Known for her elaborate paintings composed of rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel, Mickalene Thomas draws on art history and popular culture to create a contemporary vision of female sexuality, beauty, and power.