This project was inspired by discontinued conversation heart phrases, most notably the spelled out "YOU ARE GAY" heart. I worked on this for about two weeks and wore it all day in public on February 14th, 2024.
"Valentine 2024" was included in the abcpvd show Geese Goose in April and May 2024.
Elliot Harrison-Lee modeling "Valentine 2024" at abcpvd's Geese Goose on April 27th, 2024 - photo by Jamie Potter
Elliot Harrison-Lee modeling "Valentine 2024" at abcpvd's Geese Goose on April 27th, 2024 - photo by Jamie Potter
February 2024
Materials: unbleached muslin, quilting cotton (found), embroidery thread, lace ribbon, key rings
Processes: machine embroidery, apparel design
Text Sources: conversation hearts (some phrases discontinued)
Models:
Runway Model: Jarvey Ruiz
Photo + .gif Model: the artist
Exhibition Model: Elliot Harrison-Lee
Jarvey Ruiz wearing "Book Body No.4: Valentine" in the Selvedge show at The Nest in Providence, RI on October 26, 2024 - photo by Collin