Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The story of a homesick immigrant is an important one, relating to their nostalgia and longing to return to what was, this project expresses these complex emotions, offering a narrative that resonates with those experiencing similar cultural transitions. Created is an auto-ethnographic book combining poetic language with visual storytelling, conveyed through journalistic-style illustration and writing. The design choices, such as experimental typography, recreated memorabilia and hand-drawn imagery, invite readers to connect with the narrative on a personal level. The exploration of Filipino history, combined with personal reflection on experiences of displacement helped to inform the design. This book seeks to inspire readers to cherish the nostalgia tied to their cultural heritage, particularly those who have left their homelands, reminding them that while life may change, our roots and communities remain fundamental to who we are.
Source: LINK Praxis
Authors: Johanna Rico, Marcos Mortensen Steagall
Institution: Auckland University of Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7089122044