My work explores the complex interplay of memory, identity, and the passage of time. I am deeply connected to my Armenian heritage, and much of my artistic practice reflects this bond, as well as the profound themes of displacement and cultural preservation.

The Echoes series was the foundation of my artistic return, where I began exploring the layers of memory, identity, and the emotional resonance of the past. Through abstraction and figuration, I sought to create compositions that mirror how memories evolve and become fragmented over time. Using texture and layers of oil paint, I created surfaces that capture the tactile quality of memory itself—shifting, accumulating, and fading. These works allowed me to engage with my past while investigating the personal and collective experiences that shape my identity.

In 2020, I embarked on a more specific and emotionally charged project, the Hoki series. Inspired by the events unfolding in Artsakh, this body of work serves as a tribute to my Armenian heritage and the enduring spirit of the Armenian people. Each painting in this series depicts a distinct Armenian monastery or heritage site, meticulously rendered to bring these sacred spaces to life. These paintings are not isolated works but interconnected pieces that function like a triptych or polyptych, symbolizing the collective strength of the Armenian community, both in the homeland and in the diaspora. The fragmented nature of the canvases reflects the diaspora’s painful history—families torn apart by the Armenian Genocide and forced to rebuild their lives far from their roots. Yet, despite this scattering, these works remain connected through their shared identity and cultural legacy.

The Hoki series also reflects broader themes of displacement and memory, symbolizing the experience of any people who have suffered genocide or been forced into diaspora. The act of separating the canvases, yet still binding them together, mirrors the heartbreak of forced separation and the desire to preserve one’s cultural roots. These pieces embody the resilience of the Armenian spirit, showing that even when physically scattered, our essence remains intact, waiting for a day when we might reunite.

While the Echoes and Hoki series focused on memory, history, and identity, my more recent work continues to explore the fleeting nature of time, particularly through the lens of motherhood. The rapid passage of time and the impermanence of childhood are themes that increasingly surface in my practice. As I witness my children growing, I feel a deep sense of nostalgia for the moments that are quickly slipping away. These themes inform my creative process, as I grapple with the tension between holding on to precious moments and accepting that time moves forward relentlessly.

Through my evolving body of work, I continue to explore how memory, identity, and time are intertwined. The tactile nature of my process—layering oil paint, creating textures, and embracing spontaneity—invites the viewer to engage with these themes on a visceral level. Each painting is an exploration of the delicate balance between remembering and forgetting, holding on and letting go, and capturing the fleeting beauty of the present moment.