IKONA

As a multimedia artist, I intertwine photography, photoshop, embroidery and paintwork to understand the interconnected consortia of humanity within the biodiversity of Life. Central to my artwork is a visual activism representing the positive powers of Women. I illustrates these influences through large scale portraiture in my IKONA projects which are dedicated to women who have inspired my journey as a female creative.

IKONA | Mirrored Interior honours ten female icons inspiring others through their actions. In this series, I encourage the observer to explore the intricate layers within Women. I aim to translate this by capturing the feminine spirit embedded in each of my subjects through an impulsive yet deliberate blending of processes. On aesthetically framed printed canvases, I combined digital drawing, photo compositing, hand embroidery and paintwork. Each medium is visually crucial towards the representation of the profound layers within the Self. These artworks are deeply personal, as woven into the surfaces, viewers can decipher my photographic self portraits. I apply this introspective method in an effort to understand the spiritual union between Women. 

IKONA | Wise Women represents my passion for female wisdom that stems from inner growth. In this series, I collaborated with ten female powerhouses channeling change through their work. This portraiture collection includes cultural activists, filmmakers, journalists and creatives. I developed the canvas surfaces through blending techniques of photography, photoshop, hand and machine embroidery, paint and giclée printing. My tactile approach to my creative process is driven by a purposeful effort to act instinctively without intellectualising the movement of my brush nor the direction of my thread. My aim with these interlacing techniques is to blur the boundaries across each canvas to create a serene and contemplative experience for the viewer.  

IKONA | Wise Women will be exhibited in London UK at Hoxton Arches on 13-17 October 2021.

I consider activism a vital part of my calling as an artist, as well as contributing in a positive way to our global society, therefore 10% of proceeds generated from my IKONA artworks are donated to a variety of worldwide charities.