Alchemy

Notes

The delicate crocheted grass dress embodies the paradox of fragility and resilience. It appears vulnerable yet is surprisingly tenacious. Like the human experience, a transformative journey from chaos to beauty, this little dress whispers truths about our own life journeys, the refining fire that shapes us and our innate resilience.

Berdine van der Mescht has Eastern Cape roots and studied teaching at Stellenbosch, later pursuing sculpture and painting. Her work is inspired by nature, and she works intuitively with various mediums, including grass and plant materials, which allow her to embrace a conceptual approach.