Leeay Aikawa
Reverence
Other
2021
ππ¦π·π¦π³π¦π―π€π¦ (2021) explores natural objects that are considered βdeadβ in a usual sense, in relation to the season of winter, so that I can explore another spectrum of human 'being' to understand Self.
βππ¦π·π¦π³π¦π―π€π¦ (2021) explores natural objects that are considered βdeadβ in a usual sense, in relation to the season of winter.Over time, I collected these botanical materials, such as fallen oak leaves, acorns, and dead plants as I walked the streets or parks without any particular intentions. The dead plants are by far easier to pick up than plants that are still 'alive.β The expression of dead plants is just neutral, subtle, and quiet. It is like they have already become βnobodyβ and been liberated; they teach me how to surrender and release my old identity. β
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Leeay Aikawa
βSpanning a vast array of media, my current focus is investigating the πππππππ between 'making,' 'knowing,' and 'being' with a strong emphasis on the process of βbecoming.β ...β [More]