A special subject for an exhibition
Thanks to Ariel Lavian for the inspiring open call
Ariel's open call struck me right away. The subject I wanted to depict was clear. My mother is demented. I see her struggling with losing herself and fearing the future. She says she feels she is no longer of value. So, the question of whether you can decide for yourself if your life is complete comes to me.
Capturing such an emotionally charged subject was difficult. The shape of the brooch seems simple, just like answering the question seems simple. But when you have to answer it, it is much more complex.
What makes the exhibition fascinating is how the different artists have depicted a personal story. Sometimes playful, but also sober and often with a feeling of melancholy and gloom. For me, the sense of resilience ultimately prevails. Whatever comes your way, you end up putting a spin on it.
A few weeks after my brooch returned home, war began in Israel. The pink has turned to black. It is deeply troubling to see so many innocent people suffering as a result of conflict.