2026; 37x7in, wood, paper, charcoal, gesso, pastel, ink, acrylic + spray paint
This piece examines identity as a process of continuous change, influence, and reconstruction. Through interaction, the viewer is able to shift and rearrange elements, creating new visual outcomes with each movement. These changes are not random but built upon previous decisions, reflecting how identity is shaped over time through experience, memory, and influence. The work embraces uncertainty, suggesting that understanding is not always immediate or complete. Instead, it unfolds gradually, much like assembling a puzzle without a fixed image. Each rotation introduces a new possibility, reinforcing the idea that identity and life are not singular or stable but constantly evolving. Themes of growth, patience, and learning emerge through this process. The act of engagement becomes essential, as meaning is not presented but constructed. In this way, the work reflects the complexity of becoming and how each choice builds upon the last, shaping who we are without offering a final, resolved form.