This artwork was originally produced in 2016. With this photo series, the artist explores the State symbolism towards change. It uses the new flag, adopted in 2010 instead of the old socialist flag which was used as Myanmar flag since 1974, to portray how cosmetic changes were used to continue with State oppression despite the mention of “a new beginning”.
The use of the flag as a garment that suffocates its people, while also being beautiful enough to be admired, explains how many groups within the country suffered extreme oppression at a time when Myanmar was heralded as a symbol for democracy.
By focusing on the changes in state symbols, the artist argues that this work remains relevant, in light of the increasing violence taking place in the country. The artist asks the audience to think about what is really needed at a time when we are struggling in various ways and going through so many different difficulties?
This artwork was originally produced in 2016. With this photo series, the artist explores the State symbolism towards change. It uses the new flag, adopted in 2010 instead of the old socialist flag which was used as Myanmar flag since 1974, to portray how cosmetic changes were used to continue with State oppression despite the mention of “a new beginning”.
The use of the flag as a garment that suffocates its people, while also being beautiful enough to be admired, explains how many groups within the country suffered extreme oppression at a time when Myanmar was heralded as a symbol for democracy.
By focusing on the changes in state symbols, the artist argues that this work remains relevant, in light of the increasing violence taking place in the country. The artist asks the audience to think about what is really needed at a time when we are struggling in various ways and going through so many different difficulties?
