In May 2025, I won a contest where I shared a personal experience with the public — an experience where, during a creative process in a public space, I was humiliated by a man. It left a deep impact on me. When this competition was announced, I immediately submitted a visual piece that carried a strong message.
I believe, this experience is not only happening with me, but many women in the world. Through this competition I want address this message to people out there, especially men. That being friendly is not an invitation, nor is it a signal for sexual advances. Being friendly is simply a part of being human — of being social.
Photo Credits: @liebezurkunst2023
Big thanks to the organisers who made this possible and picked me as one of the winners among other 3 winners, Aleaveart, Joannawearsboots and Maeverosemccarthy.
Also, heartfelt gratitude to the jury members — Lieber zur Kunst, Grün Berlin, ThinkSi3, Pankow Parkbetreuung and Mauerpark — for selecting me as one of the winners.
You can now see this artwork displayed at Mauerpark in Berlin.