The complex and often disorienting experience of gaslighting, where individuals

seeking help are met with disbelief, manipulation, and invalidation.

The blindfolded eyes signify how the figure’s perception of reality becomes

clouded as she questions her own experiences and begin to doubt her own sanity.

The repetition of this imagery throughout the artwork emphasizes the cyclical

nature of gaslighting and the enduring impact it can have over years. The eye’s

presence within the mouth signifies the figure’s eventual realization and trust in

her own inner knowledge.

Sumi-e Ink on Washi Paper.

Smoked Ash Frame.

The project examines the intricate interplay of an individual's social and political identities, uncovering unique forms of discrimination and privilege. The pieces harmonize conflicting ideologies: oppression vs. empowerment and repression vs. expression. This juxtaposition invites us to reconsider our definitions of these concepts within the framework of contemporary socio-cultural norms, transcending gender and orientation.

Hand-painted in Toronto.