Mother Tongue

Shriya S.

• Artist Statement

  In this film, I use shopping at a grocery store as a metaphor for exploring the temporal fading of cultural identity in language. Both share an overwhelming sense of choice felt by the individual. My media is nontraditional as I describe the subject through unique lenses. The film is addressed to my maternal grandmother in my native language since it felt fitting to the theme. Making this piece helped me make sense of my Asian American identity and share my feelings with my loved ones.

• Creative Statement

  Creativity is a thought process like any other. It allows me to understand my world words or math cannot express and touches the hearts of others. Creativity, done well, is a powerful force that can bring about tears and smiles, making people including the creator feel seen.