Director’s Statement

tulips are my father's favourite flower was originally made as a 17-foot film loop installation, projected in a grassy field in San Antonio de los Baños, Cuba.

Contact printed, tinted and toned 16mm film uses the subject of the work, tulips, to guide reflection and interpretation of both artist and viewer. 

Notions of wandering, retreat, exploration, cycles of pain and hope are complimented by the haunting soundtrack made by sound artist, Apollo.

While making this piece i was reflecting a lot on cycles of pain, but also noticing a constant, underlying beauty that exists parallel to the pain.

The film’s prosaic title serves as a jumping off point for the viewer to reflect on personal associations that arise, guiding reflection and interpretation of both artist and viewer, weaving notions of wandering, retreat, and exploration through cycles of pain and beauty.