TALKING TUSHIES
Talking Tushies embroiders sexual violence statistics on patches for clothing items and invites survivors around the world to share their experiences with sexual misconduct. These accounts are shared and archived on the project website and in sculptural installations. People are invited to wear the Talking Tushies patches on locations of the body associated with unsolicited sexual objectification to confront the male gaze in public places. Participants can purchase the patches or follow a do-it-yourself template for the project; the project also hosts workshops for participants to create their own patches. Individuals around the world wear the patches and collectively transform everyday public spaces into a collaborative protest against disrespectful sexual behaviors.
The project’s online presence invites participants to discuss issues related to sexual violence, share their stories, and submit photos wearing their patches. Outside of the United States, Talking Tushies has an international community with participants in Africa, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Talking Tushies works to continue the history of women who transform domestic arts practices into political activism. Talking Tushies was created to empower women to walk fearlessly and with confidence while navigating public spaces.
PATCHES
Talking Tushies are hand embroidered patches which state sexual assault statistics which cover various ages, genders, and situations. These patches are made to be sewn onto the back pocket of pants to use our bodies and clothing as a platform to protest sexual violence in daily settings. The statistics are sourced from the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, RAINN, (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) Participants can be purchase the patches or follow a DIY approach to the project. Talking Tushies was created to empower women to walk fearlessly and with confidence while navigating public spaces.
SHARING STORIES
Beginning in 2018, I organized an online platform for sexual violence survivors to share their experiences with sexual violence. I want to create a space that helps people feel comfortable and confident in sharing their stories while making connections with one another. The stories of assault, rape, and harassment are intended for a public viewing to raise awareness on the truth behind frequent common experiences.
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CLOSET INSTALLATIONS
A series of installation projects designed to share individual stories with sexual violence.
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