HateFree Interview

August 23, 2018

As an artist, I see my role not only in creating, but also in reflecting – in holding up a mirror to our collective fears, habits and power dynamics. In this personal and sometimes provocative interview, I speak about the deep connections between gender, sexuality and societal structure. I explore how shame, intimacy and hierarchy shape our relationships — and how art can offer a space for both discomfort and transformation.

In this interview, I talk about:

  • how sexuality in my work stems from personal experience and becomes a shared space for cultural reflection,
  • why I reject the “feminist” label, yet fully support equality by simply living and acting on it,
  • how traditional gender roles are undergoing a crisis — and why that’s a good thing,
  • why power and sex are deeply connected, and how they’re used to maintain (or challenge) social hierarchies,
  • what I find problematic about the MeToo movement and how we can move toward deeper change,
  • why quality sexual education should include emotional intelligence and relational tools — not just safe sex facts.
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