I look back at the history of feminism, from radical rebellion to complicit compromises, and ask myself what it means to be a feminist social-justice artist today. I have come of age as a woman and as an artist during a chaotic time, where hate and misogyny rear their ugly heads like a Trumpian hydra. Our society looks at garments like the corset and the straight-jacket as relics of an unenlightened past. However, the sexism and violence that these objects embody is alive and well today. By incorporating topical texts and images of oppression (i.e. abortion bans, toxic advertising, and daily reminders) into seemingly archaic garments, I hope to evoke reflection on how we can move towards a more equal and kind future as a country. I have experienced firsthand the power of art to validate and empower people who feel alone in their struggles. I am outraged by the unbelievably unequal distribution of power in systems that govern us and believe that art is a powerful tool for the underrepresented. The ultimate goal of my work is to inspire radical action and create social change for oppressed groups.