Body Shaming

Name: Body Shaming

Medium: Acrylic on canvas

Description: I have struggled with an eating disorder since I was in middle school. Many things could have triggered it, but that’s besides the point. Anorexia, bulimia and body dysmorphia are no joke. Recently, I’ve been in more of a stable period with eating, so I’ve put on healthy weight. I no longer have skinny privilege. Therefore when I posted a picture of me confident in a bikini, I received hate from one person. This comment stuck with me, even-though I received so many positive comments. While looking at this painting, what comment do you notice first? Which will you remember? Would you say that to anyone’s face?