Each sculpted dress represents an identity and the story of scattered refugees whose culture and way of life have been fragmented; a diaspora, and a collective future standing resilient. It embodies families experiencing the tragedy of losing their homes, land, and way of life passed down from generation to generation. Conviction and strength reveal a drive that no amount of injustice can stop, the drive for self-determination, and the pursuit of hope for a better future despite hardship, adversity, and discrimination. My work is meant to inspire cultural and socio-political awareness and create a dialogue about living under occupation and those who are living in exile. To encourage the viewer to look beyond the media to learn more about the many challenges that are faced by a nation of scattered people who remain united by their culture, traditions, and love of their homeland.
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*Sculptured dresses are copyrighted.
