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I relettered this comic about one of my constant depression triggers, which is lack of productivity, and how my identity is so wrapped up in my work and craft(even when logically, I know that is not true or healthy!).  

It’s not really something I’ve completely gotten a handle on yet, either, honestly. 

My Mental Health: Perspectives textile project is coming into focus with developed artwork being photographed on the body. 

Textile artwork visualises the invisible affects of mental health on the mind and body. Symptoms visualised include feeling restricted, feeling weight on the chest and deep concealed emotions bubbling to the surface that can happen when feeling unwell.

Colours and forms are also inspired by participants responses to a questionnaire I conducted on the same theme of asking participants to make their invisible feelings physical through drawing and writing. Responses informed this artwork. 

The use of the knot visualises the sense of restriction. A knot can be unravelled and we can be freed from its grip, which just like in our recovery we can reveal ourselves as being well again.

With thanks to and in collaboration with:
Photo credit: Laura Ruxton
Model: Alyster
Textile art: Louisa Hammond

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2018.
Dyed tubular bandages, cotton yarn, plastic balls and beads.