Although geometric abstraction is often discussed as a male domain, it is in fact genderless. The anus is a also genderless organ, occurring in both males and females. The term “mistress” suggests female, although the roles of “mistress” may well have been played by boys.
Craig Drennen, 6th Mistress, oil on canvas and acrylic on wall, approximately 30 x 12 inches, 2008.