Senior Exhibit 2011
Artist Statement
Sarah Moyer
I am fascinated by the way humanity is connected through struggle. These women represent millions around the world who find commonality in the difficulties that their femininity presents. There is a proverb in Cambodian culture, broh jee-a daw dail meas, srei jee- a daw dail kotong saw, which refers to men as gold and women as white cloth. Thus it is implied that the value of a man is not easily destroyed, whereas a woman is forced to bear her stains. While this issue of inequality has been significantly overcome in the states today, it is still an ever-present issue in many cultures. Trafficking, violence, and exploitation are just a few of the numerous concerns that lurk upon thousands of women. As a viewer you are confronted with the choice to either associate with these presented, or to further dirty the cloth. You may find that a woman living a thousand miles away embodies a voice very similar to your own.
process: van dyke brown printed on linen
all images ©2011 SarahMoyer
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