Tender

16” x 20” x .5”

Mixed Media on Recycled Canvas

2023

“Tender” is an intimate celebration of the love and care we can show to all living beings. This striking artwork portrays a woman embracing a chicken with tender loving care, reminding us that these animals are more than commodities—they are sentient beings worthy of compassion. The spider’s web in the background speaks to the delicate balance of life, while the glowing details evoke a sense of reverence and connection.

Part of Angela Jane Lavender’s “Less Meat” series, “Tender” challenges the viewer to rethink societal norms and see animals as companions deserving dignity, not as food on our plates. This piece is both a reflection and a call to action for a more empathetic world.