Imprints
IMPRINTS: Leaving Your Mark
IMPRINTS is a print making art experience that uses found objects as meaningful symbolism and expressive story telling. A group of wonderful, creative women who are human trafficking survivors came together to create. They were asked to reflect on an object of their choice to represent them. The symbolic objects were used in a playful painting/ printing exercise. The women were asked to share why they chose their object and how their work expressed the new mark they wish to leave on the world. Through art, they could express their own uniqueness, vibrancy, and truths that every person is capable of creative strengths and deserves healing.
Clarity Ohio and Community Collaborations
Clarity Ohio teamed up with two other fantastic human service entities to create this experience. Freedom a la Cart and Franklin County CATCH Court specialized docket are both leaders in our central Ohio community who support and empower survivors of sex trafficking and exploitation. Through these programs, survivors create a pathway to healing and freedom.
Photo Gallery
Artist Statement:
I chose a feather because I am learning to fly. In recovery, you learn to soar. I have grown and I'm ready to fly. This represents a new start and there are many different colors in life.
Artist Statement: This represents a person, specifically a little boy- my son. I want others to see the love I have for my son and how the love for our children is more precious than anything. I was lost in addiction for so long that I forgot how to be a mom. But it's never too late to be the mom you're meant to be. I was able to express my innermost love.
Artist Statement: I chose a flower because flowers grow and my belly won't stop growing. I want to be seen as a great role model.
Artist Statement: I chose a flower because a seed was planted in me and I'm blooming into a good person today. I want to be seen as having leadership qualities, a positive example with integrity, a decent human being. This is a representation of my uniqueness! It made me think and helped me realize I'm more creative than I've given myself credit for.
Artist Statement: I chose a kid's toy because it's open on the inside but guarded on the outside. I want people to experience me as open and honest, easy to talk to and trust. I learned that if you're gonna be guarded, stay connected. I love to express myself with art!
Artist Statement: I chose a leaf because I'm like a tree planting my roots and growing. I want to be seen as happy, joyous, and free. My art is free spirited.
Artist Statement: I chose a crown because I rule my kingdom today! I want to be a symbol of hope and second chances. Alone I am art, but together we are masterpieces.
Artist Statement: I chose gift wrap ribbon because I want to be seen as a generous person and I see life as a gift.
Artist Statement: I chose a ribbon to paint with because I broke the chains. I am colorful, happy, and free.
Artist Statement: I chose a star fish because it reminded me that when failing in life you can get right back up and grow from it. You can be your number one star in recovery!
Artist Statement: I chose a star to represent myself. I want others to see me as a free spirit.
Artist Statement: I chose a party hat because I still like to have fun. I want people to learn from me. There can be beauty in every situation.
Artist Statement: I chose a bird because I have found my wings and now I can fly away. I want people to see me in a positive way. This represents my struggle. It was meaningful that I could express myself.
Artist Statement: I chose to paint the ocean because I've been through a lot but it made me stronger. I have learned that no matter how tough life gets, we can survive. I added sharks to represent the people in my past that were toxic for/to me. This helped me realize I am no lower a victim, only a survivor.
Artist Statement: I chose to paint with a toilet roll because I can deal with a lot of sh*t! I want others to see me as a kind, free, honest person. I put my all into this. I enjoyed the unity of this experience.
Artist Statement: I chose a sponge because I want to soak up all that life has for me. I hope for a better day. I'm a survivor who has learned to never give up.
Artist Statement: I chose a spoon because I like to cook. I want to be seen as an optimistic person. My artwork represents my twin 3 year old girls with pink and purple.
Artist Statement: I chose a stick to paint with because it reminded me of my dad who was a huge part of my journey. He loved nature. I want to give others hope, encouragement, inspiration, love, and peace. I want the journey to look like a path to peace. I loved the symbolic nature of this experience.
Artist Statement: I chose to paint with dice because I want people to know I'm taking BETTER chances and choices in life. I'm not gambling with my life any more. This meant a lot. It shows me that I'm overcoming obstacles.
Artist Statement: I chose a flower because I'm learning how to grow.
Artist Statement: I chose flowers because my life is finally in bloom, footprints for the steps I took, and car tracks for the road I took to survive. I want to be seen as a good role model and a good person. This represents my road to recovery. This was a fun way to experiment and think of recovery life.
Artist Statement: I chose a party hat because I am free spirited. I hope to leave the imprint that you take a step and your higher power will take another. I'm learning to take life as it comes and being open to a new way of living. I like that there was no judgment here and no wrong way to express my art.
Artist Statement: I chose a flower and a stick because I continue to grow and blossom. I want others to know that I truly love people and want to spread love, peace, and happiness.This represents that I am bright, vibrant, and positive.
