This paper compares and contrasts the artistic techniques and stylistic methods used in two paintings that share the same theme. The theme that is addressed is "Judith Beheading Holofernes" and the two works that shall be assessed are the paintings by Artemisia Gentileschi entitled "Judith Beheading Holofernes" and "Judith with the head of Holofernes" by Lucas Cranach the Elder. 4 pgs, no bibliography.