Katrina Nolan
Statement:
The act of confession is the basis for this project, contextualised using the Catholic confessional with the aim to explore notions of guilt.
The confessional grille, traditionally a flimsy piece of cloth or wood, is semi-transparent and acts as a division not just physically but metaphorically. Consisting of two sides, one is holy and pure and a direct link to God, the other where the common sinner relinquishes his or her past misdeeds.
This work comprises of 21 anonymous confessions that not only give insight into the various individuals who donated them, but may also be the starting point for further discussion. It is only in exposing our true selves to others, that they feel able to do the same in return.
While traditional confessionals are dark and enclosed, this one is open and its secrets are revealed for all to see.
