A Childhood Memoir Under Construction

ECU Author/Contributor (non-ECU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)

Abir Abu Mohsen (Creator)

Institution

East Carolina University (ECU )

Web Site: http://www.ecu.edu/lib/

Abstract: Sanctuary , a noun identifying a place of safety , refuge , or shelter , may also refer to a Holy place , or a sacred place. It is also the concept in which I identify a home , a place that is meant to provide fulfillment to our need for comfort , safety , and growth. However , what would become of a home once it is intruded by that which negates its attributes? This question is presented throughout my work. As an extension to the inquiry , my work examines living conditions under conflict , war and diaspora especially within a child's life. Using fantasy and assigned symbolism , this body of work reflects on my experiences , as a Palestinian-American , as well as of others' who live under such conditions.

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Language: English

Date: 2017

Keywords

fantasy art, displacement, diaspora, child-like fantasy, ceramics, sculpture

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