The vibrant and magical drawings and paintings in Samantha Tallichet’s “Beyond Aurora” focus on the beauty, strength, independence, and diversity of women. The theme of this exhibition examines how women are portrayed in classic fairytales. Her work combines elements of fantasy and realism to present a reimagined, modern twist on the way women are characterized in these stories. Tallichet uses a variety of media including charcoal, oil, and acrylic paint. They are inspired by the illustrations and drawings that can be found in old fairytale books. The artwork in this series pushes against the old “archetype” that insists princesses need a prince.

On view in the Wilson Hall Gallery through April 1st.

Virtual tour available through April 30th.