Short Finger and World

by Beyza Balkan

This work is an exploration of the profound meaning of existing in the world despite our differences. The form, shaped from the deformations within my own body, materializes my personal experience and the uniqueness of existence. Every curve, every void, every touch conveys the significance that our differences bring and the multilayered nature of being. The piece invites the viewer not only to look, but to feel and reflect, for existence is not merely a physical presence, but also the way we touch the world through our individuality. In this work, our flaws, boundaries, and differences leave valuable traces; each viewer adds a new dimension of meaning through their own experience, revealing a shared truth: to exist is, in every way, unique, courageous, and beautiful.