Beneath The Surface : Objects as a reflection on the wordless

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In this essay Beneath The Surface, I explored the themes of loss, memory, and personal identity, with a focus on the emotional impact of grief and the transformation of emotions through artistic expression. Thinking metaphorically, inspired by philosophers such as Foucault, Scruton, and Bachelard, I have examined the relationship between objects, memory, and meaning. It discusses how found objects, like spoons collected at flea markets, hold personal and historical value. These objects are deconstructed and deformed using goldsmithing techniques, symbolizing the fragmentation and reconstruction of identity.I investigated the medium of photography, using the digitalisation process as a material reflection to speculate and wonder what exists. In doing so, I compared this medium to the casting process to mirror a complete image of physical existence. This exploration of materiality creates a tension between presence and absence which is the core aspect to this research. While this essay addresses the role of rituals, such as family dinners and votive offerings, it also explores the intimate relationship between objects and individuals. The process of material transformation, referred to as material trauma, were every manipulation of the material, such as hammering or folding, leaves a trace of tension and release. These physical actions contribute to the formation of jewellery that carries not only its own history but also reflects upon the dialogue between the maker and their surroundings. Through these techniques, fragmented pieces are reintegrated into our social structure, with the aim of enhancing their wearability and thus restoring a sense of belonging. With this project focuses on the performative act and interaction between human and object and their environment.