The theme matrimony led me to think about the joining of things through deep connections.
I took the traditional idea of marriage and interpreted it using things I like and things consider inseparable from my identity. This included depictions of people, internet culture, and nature.
My work is heavily influenced by the internet aesthetics I was exposed to as a child. I enjoy imitating these visuals in my work. Visually they are interesting and to me they have a warm sense of familiarity.
As part of my process, I followed my usual routines and took photos that would form the basis of my work. Every piece in this project depicts something personally significant. I’ve been fascinated by the chosen themes since I was young, and I genuinely believe I wouldn’t be the same person without them.
Matrimony also made me reflect on rituals and ceremonies. The way I interact with the things I love often feels ceremonial
For instance, when I go into nature alone, I follow the same process every-time. Ill walk until I find a place that feels right, then I lie down and just exist. I’ve done this for years, returning to certain spots that feel sacred, much like how married couples might have “their place.”
I also find myself religiously rewatching and revisiting content I love online.
These repeated behaviors, grounded in love made me realize that I’m “married” to these practices.
With this body of work, I simply set out to share what I love. An appreciation for the things that make my life meaningful.
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