"Flower and Willow" is a dance-art performance inspired by the true-life story of Sada Yakko, a Japanese geisha who greatly shaped Western perception of Japanese theater and dance at the turn of the century. The set-design focuses on the elaborate and intimate ritual of applying make-up, an activity that continues to play a part in the lives of women today. After collecting and photographing my used facial pads, the pieces were individually cut and strung together to create a sculptural backdrop.
Flower and Willow Set Design
[ 50 pieces: C-print mounted on foam cord, 15 x 15 inches, 2011]
