Agoraphobia

“Agoraphobia” explores the lingering grip of inherited fear, inspired by an individual whose father has agoraphobia, a fear of places that could cause anxiety, and how that developed a similar distaste for being in new environments for the child. This piece shows a magician trapped in a water-filled box atop a boat, symbolizing the feeling of being confined even when physically safe. The surrounding sea of outdoor spaces represents the vast world beyond. Yet, the magician remains submerged, suggesting that the fear of the outside world follows them even within the perceived safety of their environment. This piece reflects how the boundaries of fear are internalized and become inescapable.