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PRESCRIPTION BOTTLES, CABLE TIES; [INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS VARY]; 2022
o̶v̶e̶r̶/medicated/u̶n̶d̶e̶r̶
Crafted from over 10,000 prescription bottles collected across North America, over/medicated/under is an immersive installation that captures the intricate balance of mental health and medication. Towering at 6’8" the piece invites viewers to walk beneath its curving, organic forms—symbolic of neural networks and synaptic connections—suggesting the chemistry and interconnectedness of the mind. This reimagined landscape of everyday objects encourages reflection on both the lifesaving potential and the challenges of psychiatric medications.
For those who navigate mental health challenges, over/medicated/under resonates as a mirror of their journey, marked by trials, side effects, and the search for equilibrium. For others, it offers a rare glimpse into the inner world of mental health, disability, and medication. Through its grounded design and symbolic title, the installation creates a communal space for empathy, contemplation, and shared understanding—transforming familiar objects into symbols of resilience and the often-overlooked beauty within the struggle for balance.