The model has long been essential to the work of the artist. They often serve as artists’ muses—mortals who can sometimes be almost otherworldly in their ability to inspire creativity—yet a talent for ...

However, some TikTokers question Target’s intentions behind using a Black hand model amid the boycott. TikToker Teka (@tekaslifejourney) points out that the same hand is used across several ads.

While hand modeling may look easy, it involves long hours of exhausting photoshoots and requires the model to take care of their hands to the next level. Alexandra Berrocal is one such hardworking ...

It’s a familiar reply from artists asked how long they’ve been interested in art: “I’ve always liked to draw,” “I was born ...