Does how much we look like we spend affect how we are treated? I feel jealousy stir inside as I watch a woman walk past me, Gucci in clutch. I’m not envious of the bag but of the life I think she has. What determines the wealth of a life? Why do we want to broadcast our worth? My work is an opportunity to explore this subconscious.
I too am materialistic. I must perform a metamorphosis on materials to discover their hidden meanings and strip them of their iconic and contextual values. Dissecting currency leaves the essentials – chipboard, decorative paper and an altered graphic design - a far cry from added economic value.
Daily interactions are sources for my reflection and reaction. What makes you question your assumptions?