The works are made in the diptych technique, created during a long journey through the regions of Russia from June 2024 to September 2024.
In the modern world, “home” is perceived not only as a physical space, but also as an abstract concept filled with the meaning of belonging, migration and intercultural coexistence.
The project, “Transformation of the Home, ” creates a visual narrative from diptychs about how the concept of home is rethought, going through the stages of accepting life changes.
They say there are 5 stages of acceptance of the inevitable, and each of us may have encountered these stages during moments of strong emotional upheaval. Based on the theory of Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, I was inspired and rethought these stages during my big trip to Russia.
I experimented with them, considering how they relate to the theme of finding your home and place, and added 2 of my own stages for a deeper understanding of this process. The project includes 8 stages, reflecting the path from denial to full acceptance.
1. Shock
A diptych expressing confusion and affect in the face of sudden changes, a moment of surprise and helplessness.
2. Denial
Ignoring obvious changes.
3. Anger
An image of conflict and struggle, expressing the tension and emotional chaos caused by the loss of stability.
4. Bargaining
Searching for compromises through symbolism.
5. Depression
A sad, dark diptych with lonely figures in lifeless landscapes, reflecting an internal struggle.
6. Reflection
Awareness of one’s identity in the context of change.
7. Engagement
Filling with light and warmth (energy), the process of thinking.
8. Acceptance-humility
Integration, symbolizing the fusion of old and new. The moment when different elements of the past and present come together, creating a sense of unity and harmony in a new space.
