Founding Fathers I

Founding Fathers I – Ben Franklin Feminist Portrait, 16” x 20” Canvas Wall Art

DETAILS
Dimensions: 16” (L) x 20” (H) x 1.5” (W)
Medium: Spray Paint + Acrylic Pen + Latex Paint
Surface: Stretched Canvas

What happens when you mix a Founding Father with a bold feminist twist? You get this unapologetically vibrant 16” x 20” portrait of Ben Franklin, painted in striking pinks and adorned with a flower-shaped earring. Equal parts rebellious and refined, this canvas fuses history, feminism, and pop art energy into one unforgettable statement piece.

This artwork challenges outdated notions that strength and femininity can’t coexist. If seeing Franklin reimagined this way makes you pause or even question it, ask yourself: Why? Is femininity weak to you? This painting flips the narrative—inviting viewers to rethink history through a modern, inclusive, and empowering lens.

Perfect for collectors of feminist wall art, bold statement décor, modern protest artwork, and contemporary pop art canvases, this piece doesn’t just hang on a wall—it sparks conversation.

About the Artist – Liz Haywood
Liz Haywood is a Charlotte-based muralist and contemporary artist known for blending bold color, social commentary, and feminist perspective. After studying at Appalachian State University and the Portfolio Center in Atlanta, Liz worked in New York as a graphic designer before shifting her focus to painting full time.

Her murals and canvases have been showcased widely across the Southeast, including at Bethesda Art Row, Festival in the Park, The AC Hotel, and the McColl Center, as well as large-scale public works in Charlotte, Atlanta, and Durham. Recognized with honors from SouthEnd Arts and the Brooklyn Collective, she was also selected for the ArtPop Street Gallery class of 2022, with her work displayed nationwide.

Liz continues to create feminist artwork that is visually powerful, socially relevant, and unapologetically bold.