Veiled Effort

Veiled Effort is an interactive piece that explores the unseen labour behind masking. The vertical-blind-inspired mechanism is crafted from repurposed wood and brass fittings. It mirrors the inner workings of masking—constant adjustments, effort, and hidden complexity beneath a seemingly seamless presentation. The viewer’s interaction with the piece mirrors the experience of navigating social norms, revealing how identity can be carefully constructed yet always in motion.