Utopia, 2021

In a state of isolation and inability to explore the world, our minds begin to wander, and we reminisce of simpler times where there was no limit preventing us from venturing out. Yet, technology has allowed for a compromise in the form of Google Street View, where we can roam streets and pathways of places we have never been, whether it’s for entertainment or curiosity. Before anyone ever visits a new place, they might view these maps or touristic imagery around that place, in order to gain a better idea of what it might be like. Painting the scenery in a way that depicts a utopia, this work aims to capture the perfection found within imagery tied to holiday destinations. Featuring the soothing sounds of ocean waves, this work takes you on an experience of exploration.