Heavily steeped in folk ritual, Protect : Shield presents a suite of visual affirmations of protection against the unknown. Worn, concealed or hung, amulets traditionally gave promise as panaceas for the ills of the day, warding off ephemeral evils, danger or disease. Each created with purposeful intent, they explore the concept of creating assertive, if not superstitious, actions to protect the owner.
Exhibited in 2021 in Maelstrom, Nyisztor Studio as part of the Indian Ocean Craft Triennial, and in The Second-Best Time is Now, Mundaring Arts Centre.