Divine Light I & II

Through this two-part sculpture series, I aimed to express the essence of spirituality through the juxtaposition of light and trauma. Inspired by Dan Flavin's fluorescent light sculptures and Antoni Tàpies' portrayals of 'spiritual decay', my integration of light, a symbol of hope and belief, coupled with my demonstrations of trauma, through structural damage, serve as a metaphor for an opening into the afterlife. For centuries, light in art has been associated with spirituality and divinity, and to me, light represents that of an other-worldly, inexplicable higher power. On the other hand, trauma connects to scarring, withering, and death. This contrast of ideas reinforced my attempt to depict the essence of spirituality through this work.

Exhibited at The Store at Dulwich College, London, in March 2023 for my A-level Art & Design coursework unit project.