god, immortal

Grace K.

• Artist Statement

  ”god ,immortal” explores the theme of cultural identity, language, and the emotional complexities of motherhood using the overall concept of shénxiān, which is an immortal being in Daoist mythology, as the central metaphor. While this metaphor represents the reflection of personal experiences with bullying and cultural alienation, it also links to the guilt of ”losing” culture through cultural assimilation, family expectations, and the sacrifices made by mothers. The juxtaposition of shén, meaning ”god,” and xiān, meaning ”immortal,” also expresses the inevitable loss and grief of loved ones and the impermanence of immortality.

• Creative Statement

  To, creativity is the ability to create new connections between perspectives, ideas, or emotions in original ways. In creative writing, creativity the process of turning abstract thoughts into something meaningful and tangible using your words.