Anya Golembuski
(she/they) [BA, Fine Arts, 4th year]
Blood Bond, Plaster casts on wood base with glycerin, 14" x 14" x 8". 2026.
My practice centres on femininity, women’s rights and experiences, the historical and contemporary challenges women face, and the body. I use sculpture, printmaking, and fibre-based processes to explore how social, cultural, and political expectations shape personal experiences of womanhood. My work uses materials tied to femininity to investigate issues surrounding identity, reproduction, bodily autonomy, and gender expectations.
Blood Bond, 2026.
In this work, I explore female togetherness through repetition and form, transforming individual sections of the body into a unified, collective presence. The work is made of multiple plaster casts to focus on a shared identity rather than an individual experience. These shared hardships are embodied by struggle, resilience, and connection. Each hand is an individual, but when placed together, they emphasize inter-dependence and strength through unity.
Kiwi, 2025.
This piece encapsulates the emotional process of grieving a pet. Kiwi was made during a difficult time, which caused me to re-evaluate what it means to care for an animal and what a privilege it is to love and be loved unconditionally. This piece is a memory of the time we shared and a reminder that she is resting easy.
Kiwi, Intaglio on Stonehenge, 14" x 18", 2025.