Saturday 8 December 2012

Kit Li

As the largest organ of the human body, the skin is an outer covering that exists to protect the body from infectious germs and microorganisms.  Exposed to the pathogens in the natural world, skin will become damaged, cut, blistered and infected.  Unable to develop protective immunity against all germs and diseases, the skin responds to different infections and allergies. 
Taking inspiration from the common forms of skin conditions that many people have experienced, this series examines the way in which skin is affected by eczema and contact dermatitis.  Such conditions cause dryness, flaking, blistering, cracking and bleeding upon the many layers of epidermis.  This is a harmed and unwanted appearance. 
By investigating these textures, deterioration and discolouration of skin through digital work and textile embellishment, new imagery is created allowing us to appreciate the beauty of skin functioning constantly as a protective barrier for the human body.

 
kitjan.li@gmail.com


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