At a certain point in life, a subtle regression to childhood occurs. Memories transcend time and space, drifting back into the depths of our souls. I strive to capture the fleeting moments of youth. They are blurred and elusive, as if they never existed, yet vividly real in our memories.
The concept of regression, a term borrowed from Sigmund Freud, guides my exploration of the deepest, earliest, and most primitive moments of our lives. My art invites viewers to return to an unspeakable early experience. We leave behind the security of early attachment, yet we continue to seek moments of comfort, longing to return to that feeling of safety.
Childlike figures emerge with ghostly, almost translucent features, implying early moments that still linger around us. The use of ethereal blues and greens whispers of purity and innocence. Texture and tactility speak to the subconscious mind, creating an emotional connection. Soft materials, much like those cherished childhood objects that feel familiar and comforting, evoke warmth and security, bringing tenderness and intimacy into my artistic expression.
Through visual narration and the exploration of this psychological phenomenon, I seek to revisit the secured moments of my early life during the more difficult seasons of adulthood.