La Casita Presents
Exhibition Statement
There is an ancient magic that lies quietly in the dark and in the desert, that is only accessible when you hit a turning point on your journey to finding your true self. The work of exploring your shadow self is one that is avoided by many. It confronts the ugly, the painful, and the immense shame of oneself. It forces you to look at all that has happened and dares to ask the question, “But were you innocent in it?”
I am exploring a world of darkness, solitude, and silence, and why it is necessary to traverse through it if we want to find our truest self.
This journey takes place in the proverbial desert where it is barren and vast. Although it may seem quiet, the desert is alive. There are secrets buried in the earth, traces of those who came before us, and ancient things that reveal themselves when we become still enough to notice them.
Outside voices become silent and our inner voice gets louder. We can finally begin to hear the truth. Our eyes begin to adjust so we can observe better. Portals start to open. Spiritual guides come out to support. Ancestors are there to guide us along the way. Symbols and connections repeatedly appear to reassure us of our decisions. Our intuition is sturdy and knows exactly what to do and where to go.
I long to be in this place, where the desert becomes a portal, the darkness becomes a place of transformation, and we are the seeker. We are not being made new but becoming our forgotten selves.
Resources
The following media helped create this art exhibition:
Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
Music Credit
Thank you to Gina Garcia for providing her music in tonight’s exhibition. You can find her song titles and the background behind her music here.
Playlist
This playlist helped me get through some of my lowest moments. Please play it to get a good cry and to feel emboldened to continue forward.
Food
Huge thank you to Fishead for catering tonight’s reception.
Image List
