My practice revolves around exploring the complexities of memory, identity, and interconnectedness through the lens of painting. Drawing inspiration from the theoretical framework of Bracha Lichtenberg Ettinger, particularly her concepts of the memory of oblivion and the matrixial gaze, my work delves into the subtle interplay between individual and collective experiences. Through a series of portrait and landscape paintings in acrylic, I seek to unravel layers of forgotten histories and suppressed narratives—the memories of oblivion that linger beneath the surface of our consciousness. I invite viewers to contemplate the gaps and silences within our shared cultural landscape. Central to my practice is the notion of the matrixial gaze—a way of seeing that transcends binary distinctions and embraces the fluidity of relationality. In my portraits, I strive to capture the intricate web of connections that bind us together, blurring the boundaries between self and other, past and present. The landscape serves as a metaphorical terrain where these connections unfold, inviting viewers to navigate the liminal spaces between memory and forgetting. Through my artwork, I aim to provoke contemplation and dialogue about the complexities of human experience—the memories that haunt us, the stories that remain untold, and the invisible threads that connect us all.
