2024｜AP 3-D Art & Design｜sustained investigation 12
- Title
- Through the Mask
- Size
- 12 X 8 X 7 inches
- Medium
- Transtic Clay, Air Dry Clay and Wires
Artist Statement
The symbiotic relationship I aimed to explore was exploitation. A symbiotic relationship is an interaction between two organisms where one benefits but is harmed. The fish on the stand originally has no emotion but is pierced by cracked pieces of a human face mask, evoking a sense of detachment and violation. The mask represents a facade or external identity, symbolizing how humans impose themselves on the fish, causing harm or discomfort. Through this piece, I highlight the silent suffering of marine life, drawing attention to the exploitation of these creatures by human actions.