“What Do We Owe To Each Other?” multimedia art instillation, 2023
Artist Statment:
This year I found myself surprised at my own nostalgia for a past that cannot love me back. If I look closely enough can I untangle and understand all that shaped me? What do we lose when we don't own all the parts of ourselves and our community histories? How do we tell those stories with love and grace? As I wrestle in this piece to reconcile with the religion of my youth, I struggle with themes of love, respect, community, justice, and inclusion. What will it take to make a better world for more people, and how do we bring the lessons of our pasts along with us? What do we owe to each other in that process?