Hailey Shen

Inspired by the organic form and function of neurons, the piece visualizes the web of associations that link our past to our present. By layering sheets of clear and translucent plexiglass with painted illustrations, the piece displays the complex and clouded nature of memory. The lines of string indicate the many connections that exist between ideas. Furthermore, the pink and yellow abstraction made with paper echoes synaptic connections, while the layered forms suggest how memories resurface and connect. The piece invites viewers to reflect on their own mental landscapes, exploring the questions: What triggers a memory, and how is meaning reconstructed through association?

12” x 12” x 20”
Plexiglass, acrylic paint, paper, string,
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