Even on my knees

‘Even on my knees’, Tyler Moorehead 2018-19.

A participatory public installation that celebrates vulnerability. Its form suggested by ancient Torii gates of Shinto shrines.

Vintage teapot covers are hardened and converted into ‘bells’ with items selected by visitors in private sessions hung as bell clappers. 

Inspired by Japanese shrines, the installation canopy and floor tapestry expanded as new visitors shared their stories or reflections. Their contributions sewn or woven alongside others in place as a growing shrine on public view.

Visitors are invited to read or contribute to the words of encouragement woven into the tapestry by other visitors. They are asked to take a moment for reflection and acknowledgement of the hurts and scars that all humans share.

Photos: Bernadette Baksa

Even on my Knees, 2018 Bamboo cane, acrylic paint, gold leaf, natural clay, vintage linen teapot covers, antique silk kimono ties.

Even on my Knees, 2018 Bamboo cane, acrylic paint, gold leaf, natural clay, vintage linen teapot covers, antique silk kimono ties.

A visitor reads reflections woven by other visitors into a floor tapestry.

A visitor reads reflections woven by other visitors into a floor tapestry.

Expanded canopy during visitor participation.

Expanded canopy during visitor participation.