"Exodus of Iniquity” is a solo show exhibition that explores the Artist’s response to the acts of Sin translated in a narrative passage in search of healing and recognition of a collective self. This self-exploratory series is brought upon through anecdotes in a photographic perspective revolving around Tijera S. easley’s personal experiences with cardinal Sin throughout her life. From it, the forms recognized from her past traumas as a child transition through surreal night terrors and dark thoughts in adulthood, finally having since dismounted into the current state of her marriage.
“Exodus of Iniquity” is hyper-focused and highlights the Sins as damning, permanent acts that shape the Artist’s life as a she attempts to avoid Sin is a constant battle. This exhibition is also a series dedicated to love and a study on Black love in its most true, vulnerable state. The work navigates through memories of past and present, which have transcended from more than mere nightmares and is currently coupled with reality as the transition from ignorance to the acceptance of Sin is realized. This unapologetically Black work zooms in on Black love as its source-showcasing what happens behind closed doors of an underrepresented, unrequited love that undergoes a flux once it is intertwined it with the evidence of Sin. In whole,“Exodus of Iniquity” is an exposed showcase arrayed with cause- and-effect testaments to real love in all its shapes and forms, prevailing even in accompany with sin.
Scope Copywriting creative direction photography art direction Painting graphic design typography
Photoshop + lightroom + illustrator + indesign
* this work includes adult content and imagery*
Reflections 20" x 20" raw photography on film 2021
Looking back at the memories of what was... And what existed.
We were always reminded of that day, on that fateful day.
To remember the Day. Reflect on the Day. and connect to yourself-to tap into that first moment, of when you said
I Do. Throughout the years things change, flowers die, there were far more “I’m sorry’s” than “I love you’s” what once was, is no longer here.
We were always reminded of that day, on that fateful day.
To remember the Day. Reflect on the Day. and connect to yourself-to tap into that first moment, of when you said
I Do. Throughout the years things change, flowers die, there were far more “I’m sorry’s” than “I love you’s” what once was, is no longer here.
It’s time like these that we reflect the most, its moments like these that we wish we could talk back to our prior selves, with the knowledge of the reflections, with the experience of the Day.
And heed a warning to our happiest moments.
“Forever Doesn’t Last... Forever” 20” x24” Digital Collage on Film 2021
SEPTEMBER 30, 2017
God, many times will tell you that a blessing is coming, but will leave out the highly important part down the road about the rough battles, the personal struggles, the breaking point that puts a shake in your faith, and at the very last moment when you're ready to throw in the towel- your breakthrough comes, and you pass the test. You have been beside me in my roughest times, my darkest journeys and arguably the best years of my life so far. You've seen me and helped me grow into the woman I am today, and I am so proud to say the same in watching you grow from a boy who did childish things into the wonderfully God fearful man that stands before me. We've been tested in elements that I never would've imagined. Who knew that our friendship would span into this. Through heartache and heartbreak I have to say I would've been lost without you at times. I'm so glad you've found me. You came earlier than I had expected and anticipated, but you were worth the wait. You do not complete me, but you sure do make living in this world a lot easier, funnier, and fun. You are the man that I prayed for when I could not find comfort in friends family or myself.
I know with you that I have now achieved my best self.
“Can’t Spell Love Without Lies” 20” x 24” Digital Collage on Film 2021
I love you so much, you’re the thing that’s ever happened to me! You’re my comfort. You’re my peace. I care but of nothing more, than to be by your side FOREVER. forever.. forever.
I can give you what you’ve never had, what she could never give. I can give you what you’ve always wanted. Fuck what you need, I’m here to please. And nothing will get in my way.
Maybe this should stop. Maybe, there’s more for me. I love you more than anything. I can give you everything that you want, but what if I want-and wanted this whole time, wasn’t you- but me?
le viol de l'innocence
FOr the love of you i give my last breath
Verge of confinement
Confessions within the marital bed
adore you (sweet jesus)
devarandome
