Illustration
Blanket Fort
Sleeping when unhoused. The reality of what a bed may look like for people who may not always have a roof over their heads. How does one keep a sense of safety and comfort under these circumstances?
Illustration
Confined
A perspective of our bodies feeling trapped in their bed. Understanding our bodies and what they need during times of rest. How do we make the most of our time here?
Installation
Confined Pillowcase
When isolated, we gravitate towards physical objects that ground us in the present. How do we curate our surroundings to enhance the quality of our time here?
Illustration
Flowerbed
A bed can be a form of emotional and physical comfort. We may view our bed as a place to escape a world that is not built for us, so we build ourselves a haven, a hiding place.
Illustration
I Love My Job
Napping while on the clock because you were not given the chance to rest. The world marches on as we are pushed to continue working regardless of adequate repose. With endless tasks on our plate, how do we handle it all?
Illustration
Imprints
Through intimate relationships that we encounter in our bed, we discover how each person leaves an everlasting impression in our lives.
Illustration
Insomniac
The ceaseless tossing and turning as you enter and exit different stages and states of mind. What keeps us up at night?
Illustration
Morning Rituals
Finding comfort in the way we choose to begin our day. What kind of rituals do we perform to make sure our day is filled with enlightenment? Why do we find comfort in familiarity?
Illustration
Nighttime Rituals
Finding comfort in the way we choose to end our day. What kind of rituals do we perform to bring closure to our long day? Why do we find comfort in familiarity?
Illustration
Sleepover
Our bed is a space where the most intimate and spontaneous conversations occur. Sharing secrets and learning about one another in ways previously unexplored. Do you remember your first sleepover?
Work by
Gabby Golec
Illustration
“Sweet Dreams flips the switch on the varying relationships we have with our bed; exploring the roles, uses, and difficulties we may encounter in these spaces. Desiring somewhere that feels safe and...” [More]