Blog — Defiant Women

What does it really mean to be a patriot? This blog explores timeless philosophies from Plato, John Stuart Mill, and Simone de Beauvoir—and how their views on justice, liberty, and ethical responsibility show up today in fine art, tattoos, and advertising. It’s a fresh take on patriotism that goes beyond flags and slogans, asking us to think deeper about what we truly stand for.

 I recently sold a beautiful, old copy of Jane Eyre which is about a courageous young woman who falls in love. The timing was auspicious, so I thought I'd also discuss a client's book series whose covers I designed. “Child of the Mountain Gods” is a modern take on Charlotte Bronte's feminist heroine and trailblazer writing style.