The artist, Steed Taylor, writes:

"I was drawn to this painting because of the mix of human beauty and eroticism with rugged imperfection. To me, it is a reminder that not only is human existence imperfect, but that's what makes life beautiful.... I'm currently working on my dissertation, which is about a song cycle composed by a contemporary American composer. I have a passion for music, art, dance, etc. created by living Americans because it is the work of our culture." His mighty nice comments won me over!