Heritage Mosaic
Heritage Mosaic is a project that focuses on the topics surrounding heritage, tradition and identity.
The name “Heritage Mosaic”, comes from the definition of “Mosaic”. Diverse elements coming together, becoming one. Same way our DNA is composed. Since I’m a Dutch born Curaçaoënaar, I have been feeling disconnected from my culture and roots.
To seek understanding of the Antillian traditions and the origin of them, I collaborated with individuals who share
the same cultural background as me. By talking to different generations within the culture I am to gain a deeper understanding of the roots to shape my own identity. But
also how the importance of these traditions within the newer generation has lessened significantly or even faded away.
I hope to uncover the origins of these traditions and their influence in shaping the cultural foundation I was raised within.
Recognizing that these aspects are essential to
understanding myself, I decided to create work that explores these topics in greater depth. My goal is to inspire others to engage more deeply with their own native traditions and heritage, uncovering the stories and roots that define them. I hope this will encourage a renewed appreciation, celebration, and preservation of these cultural practices.
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