Invisible
‘This shower screen represents the invisibility of the homelessness we experienced as a family. I picked a shower screen as it represents a sense of nakedness, of being vulnerable, helpless and exposed. We didn’t want to be judged or feel shame or be blamed – we wanted to stay invisible… – Krystal Title: Invisible Artist: […]…
From taking umbrage, Rainbow me hope!
‘Born into homelessness to a mother with a disability and a father who is a black migrant, at a time when neither was accepted by her father and the broader society in 1972, we first resided in the care of my maternal grandmother. I am displaced from family and cultures through not belonging due to […]…
Pieces of me
‘Where we are says a lot about the journey we have travelled and continue to travel. This is about hope, curiosity and wanting to explore what life has to offer. Through my struggles I have built relationships, friendships that have given me hope. I have created my identity and learnt to dream again… – Jai […]…
Faith
‘My name is Gina. I’m a Polynesian transgender woman. I was born and raised in a very strictly religious, supportive, traditional and loving family. It’s fair to say that I was/am a richly blessed “fa’afafine” (transgender woman) who grew up with strong Christian and cultural values and morals. I was homeless for nearly two and […]…
Untethered
‘My work is about the environment I grew up in, a reminder of things, etched on my body, that cannot and should not be forgotten. This art is an alchemy, and within it, a conduit of understanding… -Fiona Title: Untethered Artist: Fiona Year: 2024 Medium: Fabric soaked in salt on metal ‘I found a bed […]…
Nevertheless She Persisted
‘The catalyst that led me to leave a violent relationship was when my grandmother, who I was so close to, chose to end her relationship by jumping in front of a moving train. I was so worried that this would be my future if I didn’t leave, so I found the courage and walked away […]…
The Power of Water: Opportunity, Oppression and the In-Between
‘I know the power of water – both good and bad. As a woman with physical disability – specifically cerebral palsy, which means I walk with crutches, I have embraced water as a source of opportunity and potential. Water has been a place of personal growth, independence, and freedom… – Denise Title: The Power Of […]…
The River
‘My people, when we’ve got nowhere to go, we go to the river. This was my home for many of the years before I got my own home. This is now our gathering place for my Dad, children and grandchildren. The struggle is hard. I see it every day. At the river we find peace […]…