Life Scene

size: 170 x 125 x 1cm
materials : Heirloom vintage silk kimono swatches, Japanese cotton linen mix, lace trim, organic cotton threads, fresh water pearls
year : 2023
 
This work explores the theme of finding true fulfillment within oneself, rather than in external circumstances, while also encapsulating my own unique Japanese heritage and familial lineage. The fingerprints - each reminiscent of a running track - echo the notion that life's race is intensely personal. They caution against coveting the 'greener grass' on someone else's track, reminding us that each individual has a unique set of circumstances and gifts. In a world where we often undervalue ourselves by comparing our lives to others', ‘Life Scene’ insists on the value of the individual journey. Just as no two fingerprints are identical, neither are human experiences or routes to happiness. The pearlescent beads symbolize that when we invest in understanding and nurturing our own unique qualities, we unearth an internal fulfillment that external circumstances can never offer.