This lamp shade and stand was made from cardboard, fabric, foam, paper clay, and resin. Its physical design channels the growing sense of anxiety and insecurity that often accompanies self-examination. The contrasting web of deep black branches encapsulates and frames the lamp’s inner light, as beams ultimately shine through its structure. Breaking down your character into pieces can be a daunting and maddening task, however, it is a vital process in discovering the conceptions of life and self you truly resonate with. This piece is meant to be reminiscent of the liberating practice of self-actualization regardless of the seemingly difficult stages of the process. It's designed to honor the outward struggle of self-discovery and acknowledge cognitive dissonance as an essential and rewarding component of identity. The viewer is encouraged to find their own forms of peace and assurance within the constant evolution of daily life whilst accepting the vast and constant capability of emotion and growth.