Abigail Jarvis

'In the Kitsch/en' aims to explore queer perspectives of domesticity, particularly grounded in my own experiences of the home and traditional conventions. By creating an immersive, slightly obnoxious environment for the ceramic, glass, and sculptural objects, this work plays on notions of gaudiness and kitsch. This approach confronts the audience with their preconceived notions of home, underpinned by on-the-nose humour. Utilising imagery from my childhood, 'In the Kitsch/en' redefines expectations of the domestic and objects within this space, venturing into the realm of expanded painting. I aim to regain the comfort of domesticity through the reclamation of childhood iconography, with the laborious process of constructing this installation serving as a reflection of gendered domestic labour. Ultimately, 'In the Kitsch/en' invites viewers to reconsider their relationship with domestic spaces, challenging them to find beauty and meaning in the complexities of queer identity and the often-overlooked narratives that shape our understanding of the home.