In a world where public personas and social media often dominate, the private lives of women remain a fascinating, though frequently overlooked, subject.
When the hustle and bustle of everyday life quiets and the spotlight fades, what do women do when alone?
Understanding these unseen moments can provide a more nuanced picture of their lives, revealing the personal, authentic experiences that often go unshared.
Disclaimer: Artwork courtesy of Sally Nixon, used with permission.
Sometimes, the joy of solitude comes from the simplest of pleasures.
The people in her artwork don’t know we’re watching.
And that's the idea—they exist in a world without the pressures of reality.
Nixon explained that capturing her subjects in this liberated light wasn't intentional at first.
Her illustrations now capture how women appear moments away from the demanding world where they’re often judged more harshly than men.
You might also notice that none of the girls in her illustrations are smiling.
According to Nixon, that's a deliberate decision.
Friendship is also a significant theme in Nixon's illustrations.
Nixon told The Huffington Post that her older sisters and friendship had been a big part of her daily life.
For Nixon, creating relatable scenes was crucial—capturing both the details of women's lives and the diverse shapes of their bodies.
According to Nixon, the women she draws mustn't be rail thin with large breasts.
The women in Nixon's work may not be real, but she hopes their stories are.
You can see more of Nixon's artwork on her website and purchase her prints on Etsy.