Divine Illumination

This work explores the cyclical nature of the feminine divine, illuminating the intricate relationships between womanhood, spirituality, and cosmic forces. Through intimate portraits of herself, her mother, and her grandmother, Watkins reflects on the ancestral ties that connect her to a lineage of celestial beings. Her practice delves into themes of illumination, transformation, and the sacred cycles that define identity. Influenced by the divine feminine and artists like Deana Lawson and Carrie Mae Weems, Watkins creates a space where the personal and the celestial intersect, inviting viewers to contemplate the power of the feminine in both earthly and cosmic realms.

A hand with a gold bracelet reaching toward a glowing light bulb in a dark setting.
Person sitting on a log with legs crossed, wearing black high heels, a yellow and white patterned dress, and a bracelet, in a natural outdoor setting with green plants and a large rock.
A hand with extended fingers reaching towards a glowing, circular opening in a dark environment.
Silhouette of a woman with curly hair holding a ball, standing in front of a bright circular light.
Young woman in a yellow dress sitting on a large fallen tree trunk outdoors, with leafless trees and blue sky in the background.
A young woman with long curly black hair wearing a black dress, sitting on the floor with candles around her, in front of a large gold reflector and a plain white background.
Silhouette of a woman with long curly hair standing in front of a circular light, facing left with arms crossed.
A woman in a shiny gold dress is sitting on a large fallen tree trunk outdoors. She has dark hair styled in a high bun, and is wearing black high heels, a necklace, and a bracelet. Behind her, there is a gold-colored circular reflector and a background of leafless trees and sparse greenery.
Black and white photo of a woman holding a large moon-shaped object, looking upwards with an intense expression.