Eternal Fear of Flight
The work Eternal Fear of Flight revolves around the theme of identity and roots, reflected in the nature surrounding the artist and her hometown. In this piece, the artist highlights the migration and relocation of birds in her town, drawing a parallel with the society around her and the mass migration of her peers and friends. The artwork is layered and highly sentimental, much like her background and her country’s history. Fragmented and nostalgic, it connects to the theme of 'Living without Leaving' by addressing a specific type of uncertainty tied to staying in or leaving one’s country - a place filled with memories and people who shape your life.
The artist’s country faces a significant issue, with many young people leaving in search of better opportunities and a better life. This creates a constant struggle of deciding whether to stay or leave, whether to venture into the unknown or explore the familiar in greater depth. Will leaving help you find yourself, or will it make you lose yourself? Should we fly away like birds - are we destined to succeed or fall in that flight?
