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Romi as RBG-young badass
bad·ass·er·y | ˈbadˌasərē| noun, North American informal
engaging in seemingly impossible activities and achieving success in a manner that renders all onlookers completely awestruck
Badass epitomizes the brilliant, accomplished women conceptualized on these pages. Dallas-based artist, Valerie Guth Boyd, has painted portraits of over a hundred iconic women known for their contributions to our society.
These women also embody something else: commitment to their own truths, their own badassery. Boyd focused on inspiring women, a subject important to her since she was a girl, when she challenged herself to paint 50 women before she turned 50 and launched her badass women adventure.
Boyd’s use of color, texture, style, and symbolism helped her express her own version of these women’s likenesses, while considering their biographies and celebrating each woman in her best, most beautiful, light.
Can any woman embody badassery? Absolutely! Valerie Guth Boyd aims to inspire us to recognize and express the bits of extraordinary power within each of us. And to look for it in others. Greatness arises when women step into their own badassery. Once sparked, it is impossible not to share these gifts. A sense of community, lively conversations, and a celebration of bold, audacious adventure ensues.
Thank you for joining the badass journey! Be the badassery!
A Community of Badasses!
I am interested in ordering for my daughters…The future is female and your book is a glorious testament to women.
Your book was gifted to a dear friend at a party celebrating her 50th birthday. She is a cancer survivor, truly a walking miracle, and epitomizes what a “badass” woman is. I don’t know who gave it to her, but it’s been in the back of my mind that I wanted to give it to my girls…who have taught me so much about myself, what feminism really is and so much more! I’m so thankful for their “badassness.”
…I really would love to get a book ASAP to give to my amazing 33-year-old niece who had reconstructive surgery today after being diagnosed with breast cancer last year while in the hospital having twins (that had come two months early) you can’t even begin to believe the hurdles she has overcome and you talk about a “badass woman!
I would like to purchase three for my daughters. Debbie is a teacher. Carrie works in advertising for a bank. And Julie is a nurse practitioner. So proud of them.
Fantastic! You can sign To ____. I'm not exactly sure what to say! She is a college friend of mine ...very professionally successful. She has her PhD in Economics and is a college professor. She speaks several languages and is often a guest speaker for many types of international economics forums. Also, she is a Southerner at heart and really sweet!
She’s having brain surgery…is tough as nails so this is the perfect book for her.
My sister-in-law is one badass and I am visiting her at the end of the month...She is a badass woman...a role model to her granddaughter, nieces, and her sister-in-law...it would mean the world to her. FYI- she is a huge RBG advocate and of course, she has the Hillary Clinton action figure (but who doesn’t?).
Your book was gifted to a dear friend at a party celebrating her 50th birthday. She is a cancer survivor, truly a walking miracle, and epitomizes what a “badass” woman is. I don’t know who gave it to her, but it’s been in the back of my mind that I wanted to give it to my girls…who have taught me so much about myself, what feminism really is and so much more! I’m so thankful for their “badassness.”
____ is a smart, strong woman who would appreciate your book that highlights women who have made great contributions to humanity. She is kind and generous.
She is a total badass–she rides horses and rescues animals and has her own businesses. She is even part of the Santa Fe sheriff’s posse that goes on horseback to rescue lost humans in the wilderness!
So excited to send this book to my friend!..she is a bad ass tennis player and tennis captain...
More comments about the Badass Women book:
“Best gift ever!” –Maggie L.
“This book is a delightful and inspiring book for any strong-willed, determined woman in your life and for all those who celebrate and cherish them.” –Nancy P.
“This book is the most amazing thing I have seen. The title caught my eye and then I could not stop looking through it and reading it.” –Stephanie P.
“I am simply blown away by your gorgeous, brave, totally impressive book…The paintings are incredible, as well as the beautifully curated list of badass women included. I love it. Love the paintings, and love the descriptions of each…Love this project and your energy…” –Lauren B.
“I just opened your book…It is extraordinary. And I am not gushing… Honestly, it is your portraits that are riveting. You captured the vulnerable soul of Billie Holiday in a way that NO one ever has. And that is only one of many stunning portraits. I celebrate you. And I want to find a way for these paintings to find a home in the National Portrait Gallery in D. C.” -Pattie K.
"___ brought us a copy of your book today. How very impressive! I admire your thoughtful selection process and the ladies you chose to highlight. I...appreciate your thought processes and creativity...I wish you much success with your book and hope to see your original paintings someday in a museum or gallery." –Anita M.
"Congratulations on painting portraits of 50 women and on getting them all published in your book. What a huge accomplishment that is! Just being able to paint a portrait is amazing, and publishing a book is something that people say is one of the hardest things ever. And doing all this before you are 50 is like a cherry on top. I am so proud of you, Valerie. What will you do next?" –Sheila M.
“OH MY GOSH, I’VE ONLY OPENED THE COVER AND I’M BLOWN AWAY! I’m curled up on the couch and looking forward to spending an hour or two with your badass work!!!” –Denise K.
“I just now got the chance to look at the book! The book is incredible. I’m even more excited to give them than I was before. I’m also making a list of who to gift them to next.” –Sara Gae W.
“I love your book. It’s so beautiful. I wanted to see if I could buy some more from you?” –Natalie N.
"I received a copy of your book for my birthday and it is one of my favorite things. Could I get some more copies?" –Suzy F.