This vessel serves as an archive for my mementos,
each a reflection of diverse identities I’ve embodied
over time as a result of many relocations. The
items displayed find their permanent home within
a personal box; once guarded in the sanctum of
private space, now encourages interaction. The
transition from an intimate sphere to a clear and
microscopic experience is manifested through
the structure itself, emphasising the shift from the
personal to the public.
As one peers into the intricacies of post letters, ID cards, uniform labels, and tickets, many bearing the imprint of my name, a narrative unfolds into an effort of self preservation. The act of collecting, preserving, and presenting these tangible traces becomes a form of idolising sentimentality. It elevates the seemingly trivial to a status of profound significance. It is a portrayal of the ephemeral nature of identity, a testament to the transient beauty of the selves we embody over time. As these relics step into the public eye, they extend an invitation not just to witness, but to reflect upon the intricate dance of identity, preserved and perpetuated through the art of collecting.
Interactive Mixed Media, 2023.
As one peers into the intricacies of post letters, ID cards, uniform labels, and tickets, many bearing the imprint of my name, a narrative unfolds into an effort of self preservation. The act of collecting, preserving, and presenting these tangible traces becomes a form of idolising sentimentality. It elevates the seemingly trivial to a status of profound significance. It is a portrayal of the ephemeral nature of identity, a testament to the transient beauty of the selves we embody over time. As these relics step into the public eye, they extend an invitation not just to witness, but to reflect upon the intricate dance of identity, preserved and perpetuated through the art of collecting.
Interactive Mixed Media, 2023.
