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Russian Church
Project type
Ceramic
Date
Nov 2022
This architectural model of St. Basil’s Cathedral is a reflection on the complexity of cultural identity and historical memory. Crafted from 75 small slabs of clay, each piece was individually attached like a puzzle to form the iconic structure of the church. Building the structure this way reflects on the fragility of history and the ways in which culture is often fragmented, yet still somehow pieced together over time. The cathedral, a symbol of Russian heritage, was hand-painted with an abstract pattern in underglaze and intentionally left unglazed to emphasize the raw, unfinished quality of both the material and the narrative. This choice reflects my desire to capture the ambiguity and tension that often accompanies the way cultural symbols are interpreted as they are layered with history, yet open to evolving meanings. This piece was created during a period of heightened global conflict to represent my feelings of unease and uncertainty, as I sought to connect to my cultural roots while navigating the complexities of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This piece was selected to be a part of an international juried exhibition: Art Without Borders, that took place in St. Petersburg, Russia, in the prestigious Stieglitz Academy of Art and Design in March 2023.







