IN-SIDE EFFECT
2023
Acrylic board, Epoxy resin, Alcohol ink, Cardboard, Paper, Watercolor, Clay, Wood, Paint.
IN-SIDE-EFFECT is an artwork in between 2D and 3D, exploring the profound impact of medication discontinuation and its associated side effects. This work strives to raise awareness about the adverse effects of medication withdrawal, particularly in cultures where mental health remains a taboo topic. The physical discomfort is only part of the story; the emotional toll and societal neglect are equally daunting. While global awareness of mental health has improved, the stigma persists.
The hanging installation captures the sensation of bodily cross-sections, merging the dizziness effects of withdrawal reactions. The transparent acrylic boards, painted with alcohol ink, evoke an MRI image-like texture, reflecting the challenge of discerning the extent of suffering from outward appearances.
On the wall, objects resembling scars etched on the skin represent withdrawal side effects. These ‘scars’, originating from my own struggles, bear layers of dark red imprints, subtly aching even after apparent healing. Pills resting on these wounds symbolize the dual nature of medication: providing protection and inflicting harm.
Acrylic board, Epoxy resin, Alcohol ink, Cardboard, Paper, Watercolor, Clay, Wood, Paint.
Dimensions Variable
IN-SIDE-EFFECT is an artwork in between 2D and 3D, exploring the profound impact of medication discontinuation and its associated side effects. This work strives to raise awareness about the adverse effects of medication withdrawal, particularly in cultures where mental health remains a taboo topic. The physical discomfort is only part of the story; the emotional toll and societal neglect are equally daunting. While global awareness of mental health has improved, the stigma persists.
The hanging installation captures the sensation of bodily cross-sections, merging the dizziness effects of withdrawal reactions. The transparent acrylic boards, painted with alcohol ink, evoke an MRI image-like texture, reflecting the challenge of discerning the extent of suffering from outward appearances.
On the wall, objects resembling scars etched on the skin represent withdrawal side effects. These ‘scars’, originating from my own struggles, bear layers of dark red imprints, subtly aching even after apparent healing. Pills resting on these wounds symbolize the dual nature of medication: providing protection and inflicting harm.