After being tasked with creating a centerpiece for the experience, I thought about universal icons that humans see as a sign of refuge and comfort. I immediately began to think about sources of light like the sun or bonfires at night. Fire and warmth is something that everyone regardless of your background can recognize and process similarly. Scientifically, humans experience internal relaxation when watching fire because our mind is drawn into the flames, reducing anxiety and bringing us into a peaceful state.

I decided to develop this idea into a large amoebic sculpture, suggesting the idea of a flame. The sculpture features 12 unique pieces that come together to create a cohesive floor-to-ceiling sculpture. Materials included a semi-transparent textured fabric and wire.