My art practice engages with social issues related to women's health. This specific body of work focuses on the experiences of Mesh Survivors Ireland—a group of women who have undergone permanent mesh implants as a surgical treatment for prolapse and stress incontinence, an internationally shared struggle. This body of work, "Hear Me, See Me," involves a multi-media installation incorporating video, sculpture, text, and textiles to encourage open conversations while gently protesting societal norms and highlighting the personal as a form of protest. Through the use of recorded and filmed conversations, this work enables survivors to reclaim their often-overlooked status.
The textile works pieces metaphorically engage the survivors' battles, using creative textiles such as heated and manipulated fabric and plastic to represent surgical intrusions and the effects of mesh erosion. Colourful capes decorated with empowering words represent these women as superheroes, referencing and reclaiming their strength. The display case presents symbolic artefacts that engage historical and personal aspects of the issue. These artworks seek to honour these brave women, amplifying their stories and voices and advocating for their support on their journey towards healing and justice.