ABYSSAL THREADS
2023
Abyssal Threads uses pearls to delve into displacement, depicting the complex journey from one cultural context to another. The transformation from a grain of sand to a pearl is a process of pain, change, and displacement, adding symbolic layers that reflect the gradual process of adaptation and transformation. The strands of pearls cascade, intertwining and diverging, representing diverse aspects of the migrant experience. The non-linear journey reflects migration's unpredictable nature, with converging and diverging strands symbolizing shared and individual experiences. Subtle motifs within the strands convey key concepts like borders, belonging, labor, and identity. The title signifies the deep layers of the migrant experience, urging viewers to ponder shared humanity.
