Internalized is a project that looks into the depths of the self at a biological level, focusing on the intricacies of cells and DNA as the fundamental blueprints of identity. This project explores how the microscopic elements that constitute us—our cells, genetic codes, and molecular patterns—serve as both vessels of inheritance and markers of individuality. By examining the self from this molecular perspective, Internalized raises questions about the essence of who we are beyond societal, cultural, and psychological constructs.
The artwork within Internalized uses abstract representations of genetic sequences, to bridge the gap between the seen and unseen. Organic forms inspired by cellular mitosis and DNA's double helix structure manifest as both two-dimensional canvases and three-dimensional installations, inviting viewers to reflect on the invisible yet powerful forces that shape them. Mutations, replication, and cellular decay are also depicted, serving as metaphors for memory, trauma, and the inevitability of change.
Central to the project is the idea that identity is not a fixed construct but a dynamic process—much like the ongoing transcription and translation of genetic information. Internalized seeks to question the boundaries of selfhood: Are we merely the sum of our genetic codes, or do the spaces between these sequences hold the true essence of what it means to be human? By juxtaposing the minute details of biology with broader themes of existence, the project challenges the viewer to consider how much of who we are is encoded in our cells and how much is shaped by experience and perception.
The artwork within Internalized uses abstract representations of genetic sequences, to bridge the gap between the seen and unseen. Organic forms inspired by cellular mitosis and DNA's double helix structure manifest as both two-dimensional canvases and three-dimensional installations, inviting viewers to reflect on the invisible yet powerful forces that shape them. Mutations, replication, and cellular decay are also depicted, serving as metaphors for memory, trauma, and the inevitability of change.
Central to the project is the idea that identity is not a fixed construct but a dynamic process—much like the ongoing transcription and translation of genetic information. Internalized seeks to question the boundaries of selfhood: Are we merely the sum of our genetic codes, or do the spaces between these sequences hold the true essence of what it means to be human? By juxtaposing the minute details of biology with broader themes of existence, the project challenges the viewer to consider how much of who we are is encoded in our cells and how much is shaped by experience and perception.
