Refractions of Identity: Layers of Self

This series examines the complex and multifaceted nature of identity through a series of self-portraits captured in reflective glass surfaces. Each image portrays a moment in time, where images appear refracted, emphasising that selfhood is never fixed but continuously constructed through narratives we create of past experiences, present circumstances and imagined futures.

Refractions of Identity: Layers of Self images are printed in black and white to create a sense of timelessness, while emphasising light and composition. Within contemporary art practices, the deliberate use of black and white images prioritises content with a timeless aesthetic over the literal representation of colour. The reflected images portray and signify the layers both around and within us and gives pause to reflect on what makes us who we are.

This work emphasises phenomenology, encouraging a relationship between the viewer and the images, allowing for interpretation and meaning. The layering within the images, where light passes through, bounces back and refracts, reflects the layering and complex interplay between internal narratives and external experiences, revealing the shifting and multifaceted nature of identity.