Fabric Projection

Experimenting with fabrics as surfaces for projection was a crucial part of the development of this project. As the work combines textiles and film, I wanted the fabric elements to function as more than simply screens onto which moving images were displayed. Textiles are inherently symbolic and carry a wide range of cultural and personal meanings. They can be associated with concealment and protection, suggesting the act of hiding oneself, but they can also represent self-expression, identity, and transformation. These associations felt particularly relevant to the project's exploration of queer becoming, leading me to view the textiles and film as inseparable components that work together to generate meaning.

Through extensive experimentation with different fabrics, I discovered that the most visually compelling projections occurred when multiple layers of cloth with contrasting qualities were combined. For example, layering silk chiffon over linen produced particularly effective results, as the transparency of the chiffon allowed light to diffuse softly onto the textured linen beneath. This created a sense of depth and softness that enhanced the dreamlike atmosphere of the film. I also experimented with projecting imagery onto dresses, including the first dress that I ever purchased. This garment holds significant personal meaning for me and therefore introduces an additional autobiographical layer to the work. In this sense, the materials themselves contain queer narratives and histories, meaning that the textiles do not simply display the film but actively contribute to its themes of identity, transformation, and self-discovery.