To visually express the meaning behind 'Palimpsest' I have experimented with creating type with dust. Dust lines that appear when something has been moved present the idea that something was there, this is an example of 'a shadow of palimpsest'. Quite disgustingly and regrettably I sourced the above dust from my house, it surrounds and forms the white type creating the image of something being moved an leaving the dust lines, a trace and mark has been made within the home, showing that someone is present.
Above are two images taken from a series that suggest the idea of a trace of something that was within a family household. Having to take down photographs, certificates, pictures from a living room wall at home due to building work creates the title, 30 years of life taken down, the time in which life began for my parents together. A strange presence and emotion is felt when we view the remaining picture hooks. They also works with the statement, 'a shadow of palimpsest', not only because of the picture hooks, but also the traces of sun damage and stains on the wall. I am intrigued to continue and explore the idea of traces and marks that suggest family existence, the subtle hints that present movement and the habits of family life that create these marks and traces.
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