"Catalogue girl" (Thaikone in Norwegian) is about the struggles and identity that I face as an Asian woman after moving to Norway, asking questions such as "Why are Asian women are being objectified?". To explore "Catalogue girl" I used AI-generated images of women alongside stereotypical images from Asian culture to highlight ethical and sensitive questions and reflections on what this tells us about people, identity, and the objectification of women.
I am planning to install "Catalogue Girl Pop-up Agency" for next semester. so making some elements for it this semester.
F.ex. made a pamphlet through the risograph and poster card.
It's an ongoing project you can see some of the previous pieces of "Catalogue girl" project here.
Norwegian Kit
I'm planning to create a "Norwegian Kit," which I presented during our last group critique.
During Ebba Moi's production course, I found myself pondering over the letter "Ø." It's known to be one of the most challenging alphabets to pronounce of the Norwegian language for foreigners including me. I've often tried to avoid pronouncing it throughout my time in Norway. However, the area is called "Økern"(...)
As a foreigner, certain aspects of Norwegian culture, like 17 Mai and Bunad, make me feel a bit like an outsider. around 450 different bunad in Norway, each unique in embroidery and design, reflecting the wearer's village or ancestral origins.
Interestingly, immigrants who have become Norwegian citizens don't typically have their own bunad. While some individuals might craft their own, many do not. Seeing in bunad sometimes feels like it pushes non-Norwegians to the outside boundary.
In response, I came up with the idea of a Norwegian kit, tailored for myself or other immigrants. The concept involves creating a portable device or app that records the pronunciation of words starting with Ø. Additionally, it includes a bunad inspired by their hometown and cultural background.
Leaving one's hometown to live in another country marks the beginning of a new chapter—a fresh start and the first generation of their unique bunad. To celebrate this, I envision a street parade on 17 Mai where individuals can showcase their bunad, embracing and sharing their diverse cultural histories in Norway.