Identity Stretch

2024

Edition 9/9

(w) 20cm x (h) 40cm x (d) 10cm*

Available in Plaster, Bronze & Marble

*exclusive scales available by commission

The notion of identity has evolved from a singular, immutable concept into a multifaceted construct. This evolution is propelled by the interplay between
human consciousness and the technologicallandscape we inhabit.

As technology permeates every aspect of our lives, it offers us unprecedented
opportunities to shape and redefine our identities presenting us with a myriad of personas to adopt and discard at will.

At the heart of this transformation lies the tension between authenticity and artifice, integrity and performance.

Are we standing at the crossroads of self-discovery and self-presentation? Tasked with the moral responsibility of navigating the delicate balance between the two.

In a world where social media platforms serve as virtual stages for the performance of curated selves, the line between authenticity and fabrication
becomes increasingly blurred.

In this digital age, we are not merely passive recipients of predefined identities but active architects of our own personas.

Perhaps through this process of self-interrogation and reflection, we can bridge the gap between integrity and self-promotion, aligning our outward
presentation with our inner truth.

Words by Lydia Smith