“Safety as Matter” is a collection of pieces that move between painting and sculpture, exploring the fragile line between protection and confinement. The work is composed of concrete panels that contain found objects, zinc prints, and zinc sheets eaten with acid and a bird’s cage.
the material holds the memory and the weight. Some panels are textured with imprints, others are bare and solid. A birdcage sits within the installation, evoking both shelter and entrapment. Through material, the project questions how safety is constructed, imposed, and felt.