Influenced by art of the 16th century, artist Cassandra Christensen Barney loves the narrative aspect of portraits. Each of Barney’s truly unique paintings is a frank, compelling and often mysterious portrait of the “muses” of our daily lives. The feminine charms of her characters have captured the attention of the sophisticated fine art collector. (Two of Cassandra’s first releases, Dora and Four Spanish Sisters, have recently Sold Out at Publisher.) The Bridesmaids unveils a whimsical trio getting ready to participate in the wedding party. Possibly posed for a snapshot,snapshot, this moment in time captures each of their personalities as they find themselves caught in a moment of contemplation. The truth is... you can’t say for sure what exactly Cassandra Barney’s bevy of painted ladies are thinking, but these three undoubtedly conjure suggestions of joy and anticipation. Whether displayed singly, or in combination with others from Cassandra’s collection, her latest pair of releases, Beauty and The Bridesmaids, continue a tradition of enchantment.