Artist Statement

Growing up, studying always felt like a chore—something I was constantly forced and reminded to do, from the moment I woke up to the moment I went to bed. It wasn't about learning or curiosity; it was about cramming information from long paragraphs of text into my brain, whether on paper or on a screen. This routine often led to headaches, anxiety, and an overwhelming sense of burnout. It was difficult to focus or truly understand the material, especially when I had no interest in the subject. Studying felt less like a process of growth and more like a sentence to be served. I often compared it to being in jail—trapped behind invisible bars with limited access to the outside world. All I could do was focus on the things I was told to focus on, within the walls of this mental cell. There was also this lingering feeling of being watched—whether by adults, teachers, or even just the weight of expectations. That constant surveillance stripped away my mental freedom, making studying a source of deep anxiety rather than empowerment.
Today, I don't hate studying—but long periods still drain my energy and sometimes leave me burnt out. Through this blind box collection, I want to visually express my childhood experiences and emotional struggles with being constantly pressured to study. Each piece captures a fragment of that world—the isolation, the repetition, the mental exhaustion, and the silent cries for freedom.

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