"This exhibition delves into the intricate and often shadowed realm of my inner child, “Boof”. It is a raw, honest exploration of my past, reflecting the turbulence and complexity of a dangerous childhood. Through Boof, I voice the vulnerability and resilience that have shaped my journey.

Boof navigates her inner landscape accompanied by two symbolic companions: the snake and the pregnant bitches. The snake embodies both danger and transformation, a constant reminder of the threats that lurked in my formative years, but also of the power of shedding old skins and emerging anew. The pregnant bitches, on the other hand, signify fertility, creation, and the nurturing yet sometimes perilous aspects of femininity and growth.

Each piece in ‘Boof’ is an intimate portrayal of Boof’s emotions and experiences. The artworks serve as a bridge, inviting you into Boof’s private world—a space where fear, hope, pain, and strength coexist. Through this exhibition, I aim to not only confront the shadows of my past but also to celebrate the resilience of the human spirit." 

— Jessica Nothdurft

Photography: Louis Lim

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OPENING EVENT

Join us from 5 – 7 pm on Saturday, 1 March, at Side Gallery to celebrate the opening of Boof by Jessica Nothdurft.