MESOPOTAMIA

My Mesopotamian paintings are inspired by the formal qualities of the ancient Near-East artworks. They show sharp, strong, and clearly defined lines and a limited color palette. I keep the beige of the raw canvas that reminds the stone used by ancient carvers and I use the ultramarine blue of the lapis lazuli that evokes Mesopotamian jewellery and mosaics. Through my female creative energy, the use of these masculine formal features operated a deep integration and reconciliation.

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AMATERASU

Amaterasu is the Japanese sun Goddess. After being abused by her brother, she took refuge in a cave and, consequently, the world was plunged into darkness. She refused to come out until she saw her own radiance reflected in a mirror hung at the entrance of the cave. When she finally showed herself again, the world was revived by her glorious light.