TRF-98
The "TRF-98" (Transgenerational Rorschach Fragments-1998) continues the dialogue from the false face series from a closer vantage point. What are the physiological consequences of what's going on behind the scenes—the battles that people don't see—that we fight? This innovative method evaluates cultural, genealogical, and personal issues critically. The focus is on the function of black bodies and the pursuit of healing when dealing with the internal effects of trauma. New techniques and materials, such as digital collages intertwined with family photo archives and repurposed materials, are used to investigate the elusive nature of transgenerational trauma. Collaging from an amalgamation of profoundly personal yet culturally relatable moments lets me display the beauty of the black family and our customs. Exploring these moments allows me to demonstrate joy and the juxtaposition of other adversities hidden throughout our culture and the nuances we face. In this work, the use of black and white alludes to the idea that some people believe trauma is monochromatic when, in fact, it is a greyscale spectrum.
Documented works from 2023 and ongoing.