Nostalgia, an intriguing and deeply personal emotion, with an inherent connection to time, space and context. Space and context serve as powerful catalysts for nostalgia.
Whether it’s the dusty attic of a family home, a sprawling countryside landscape or a bustling city street, these locations have the ability to evoke a deep sense of longing for days gone by.
My interest in the concept of nostalgia led me to embark on a fascinating exploration of how images can evoke a universal sense of nostalgia that transcends cultural boundaries and geographic barriers. By delving into the recognition of childhood memories and common symbolism and forms, my work strives to distill the essence of nostalgia, allowing viewers to tap into their own memories and connect with a shared sense of longing.
This research came about through my exhibition in the Texture museum of flax and textiles, and developed further in my studio.
This resulted in an image that was further developed on a Jacquard loom of which I made a limited series that I will launch in two weeks.