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Kathy
Murillo
You can find me here: 0.E (WH) & Stage

A PIECE OF YOU? AND NOW WHAT?

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Year
2023
Programme
Bachelor – (de)Fine Art
Practices
Honours Programme
Minor
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My artistic practice encompasses various mediums, including painting, collage, video, sculpture, works on paper, installation, writing, performance, publishing, and interventions in public space. Through these diverse forms of expression, I explore the intersection of identities, experiences, emotional awareness, and the dynamics of ‘otherness’ within society.
The central theme of my work revolves around the concept of belonging. I utilize a range of techniques and themes to communicate and question this profound sense of belonging, primarily through an exploration of emotional awareness derived from everyday life experiences.
My projects are deeply influenced by personal experiences tied to current social issues, emotional awareness, contemplation, and speculation. I prioritize intersectionality to explore the intricate connections between these elements and bring untold stories to light.”
“Diversity is within each of us and yet many are blind to it.”
-Murillo

My research and artwork delve into the critique of the justice system in cases of sexual abuse. Through symbols such as the altar of justice, the merging of the judge’s gavel with the meat hammer attached to a metal structure inspired by the police logo and the printing of denunciations on law sheets, the effectiveness is questioned and the corruption and lack of empathy in the system are exposed. The swinging of the gavel 4 times an hour and the printing of 8 or 9 denunciations a day highlight how often these crimes occur based on facts from 2021 and 2022. The smashed brain symbolizes the psychological damage caused by unjust decisions. The work seeks to raise awareness about the need for changes in the justice system and the protection of survivors of sexual abuse, highlighting the persistence and urgency of the problem.

The title reflects my critique of the flawed justice system in the handling of sexual abuse cases, thus exposing its shortcomings, questioning the efficacy of the system and emphasizing the urgent need to improve and hold the system accountable. It also symbolizes the emotional impact and vulnerability that survivors endure as they expose their experiences in search of justice.

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