beating the odds

2023
Mixed media, organic henna stain, chicken wire, LED light, glued construction paper
9 x 7 x 6 in
South Asians suffer disproportionately from heart conditions, caused by a combination of genetics and lifestyle choices. This piece seeks to shed light on this issue by illuminating the organ that causes so much devastation in the community, while simultaneously highlighting the vibrancy and passion that is at the heart of South Asian culture.