Body Image Through The Eyes Of An Artist | Gail Reid | TEDxBristol

Can life drawing help us break free from harmful beauty standards? What does an artist really think when they see a naked body? Artist Gail Reid explores how art can foster a positive body image and celebrate the diversity of humanity in all its wonderful forms.
Gail is a professional figurative artist, using traditional materials and methods to create contemporary work. She often has clients model in her Bristol studio and her work has a strong focus on identity and embracing every wrinkle and line that truly makes us unique.

Gail's work has been displayed far and wide and she was even a semi-finalist on Sky Arts “Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023”. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx