Metamorphosis - JUNNY Hibbert

Title- Metamorphosis

Medium- Armature, Foam, Cowrie shells, African Beading. African Textiles, upcycled wool

Year- 2024

Height- 9 inches - Neck 2 inches- Head Circ. -  21 inches

VISIBLE / IN VISIBLE

"An exploration of presence, identity and resilience." - JUNNY Hibbert

This body of work delves into the intricate interplay between what is seen and unseen, heard and unheard. Through sculptural forms and mixed media, Visible /Invisible captures the challenges and triumphs of Black women, balancing the visible strength of cultural pride with the often invisible emotional labor and struggles. Each piece evokes a dialogue between history and modernity, tradition and progress, unity and individuality.

Transformation learning to embrace the shifts, honoring who I have been and who I am becoming. Shedding layers, stepping into the unfamiliar.

This metamorphosis speaks to finding a comfort in growth  and strength in change like a butterfly emerging in new brilliance. 

Metamorphosis

I am changing. I am evolving.

He called me fluffy, said I used to look like a runaway model.

I like myself best with my glasses off, where I can’t quite see this person I’m becoming.

I want to shed this skin,

To spread my wings like a butterfly. 🦋

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