Bio
Molly Judd is an Irish artist who began her studies at the Florence Academy of Art in 2009. She later continued her training through an apprenticeship with the Norwegian figurative painter Odd Nerdrum. Judd’s own work is figurative, as well, and explores the themes of human relationships and inner conflicts.
Statement
“The title refers to the origin story of the Achilles heel. In ancient Greek mythology, the river Styx was supposed to offer powers of invulnerability. Achilles’ mother, Thetis, feared for her mortal son’s life and, in order to protect him, lowered him as an infant into the river Styx.
The only part of his body which remained untouched by the water was his heel, which in time became his downfall.
The image to me represents a mother’s desperate will to protect her child.”
