Nealy MacKenzie
The concept of my room centers around the attacks on the United States on September 11th. In the wake of what has happened, I have designed my room to reflect the space of someone living in New York City during this traumatic time. Because I am an artist, I created a space that I would use as a studio and as a tribute to all that have been affected by the acts of violence against our country. Art is often used as a method of healing for many so I found it appropriate to mirror ties with my life into this space. My short video, Invasion, shows the lives of the innocent, something that for many children is not such a luxury anymore. Actual photographs of the attack sites in New York, taken by Dr. Karen Keifer-Boyd, serve as reality and memorial for those living in this great city today.