I have an Estonian heritage, my parents were refugees and came to England in 1947. These pieces of work are a personal response to an investigation into my family background.
creating a presence
using a family group photograph as a starting point of reference I could spend time with each family member - some of whom I never met-and their absence was replaced by a presence.
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absence present
display of absent family
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stained glass TRIPTYCH
each panel stands alone but they also have a connection running through. Inspired by the colours and patterns of traditional Estonian motifs.
