Sophmetries
I was looking for ways to offer a raw interpretation of the female body that could challenge the distorted representation of media images, when I found Anthropometries (1960). Some of Yves Klein’s most successful work involved him directing naked models making imprints of their bodies. I felt the urge to re-contextualise Anthropometries using my own body as an art object, and combining my name with Klein’s artwork title, I called the process Sophmetries.
#digitalFeelings
#digitalFeelings is a collection of multidisciplinary works I originally created as an ‘Instagram performance’ during lockdown. In these pieces, I recorded myself behind a screen, producing suggestive videos and digital prints that explore representations of the female body on social media. The collection reflects my personal struggle to conform to unattainable standards and the social anxiety that comes from excessive use of the platforms.
This work offers a profound exploration of the synchronicities between virtual and physical identities, examining how they coexist and connect in the digital age. It opens up a dialogue about the interplay between the curated online persona and the tangible self, highlighting the blurred boundaries and the impact on individual and collective experiences. Through this collection, I address the challenges and conflicts of maintaining a harmonious balance between these two parallel worlds.
Oceans
In my latest series, “Oceans,” I use my body to create large-scale mosaics that explore themes of human connection, psychology, and recycling. My compositions feature hands reaching out, longing for connection yet separated, and juxtaposed breasts, symbolizing intimacy and distance. Drawing from my international experiences, I see the ocean as both a unifying force and a barrier, a dichotomy I aim to reconcile through my art.
“Some souls are meant to be together, no matter where or when they are. They reach out to each other across a cosmic landscape, and their soul bond transcends physical distance and temporal boundaries. This collection celebrates the beauty and mystery of the universe. Oceans can unite, or divide, but the power of love can overcome any obstacles”.
