Inspired by respected academic & tragic heroine Hypatia
One of the last great thinkers of ancient Alexandria, Hypatia was one of the first women to study and teach mathematics, philosophy and astronomy.

Widely known for her love of learning and public speaking, her reputation as a great female scholar, honoured astronomer and prominent thinker, transformed Hypatia into a feminist icon and empowering role model for female intellectuals in modern times. Hypatia was a revered mathematician, philosopher, and astronomer of ancient Alexandria, stands as a timeless symbol of intellect, resilience, and the enduring legacy of women in academia. In a time when women's voices were often silenced, she blazed a trail of enlightenment, advocating for the pursuit of knowledge and the power of critical thinking.

Hypatia's contributions to mathematics and philosophy were not just groundbreaking; they were transformative. Her teachings and writings laid the foundation for future generations of scholars and scientists. Her courage in the face of societal constraints serves as an inspiration, a reminder that the human spirit's thirst for knowledge cannot be quenched, and that the pursuit of truth transcends gender and time. Hypatia, the luminous beacon of Alexandria, remains an eternal testament to the unwavering pursuit of wisdom and the profound impact of women in the world of ideas.

Technique
Hypatia's Scholarly World was created by constructing a hand-cut collage using female photographic portraiture, a photogram of a wasp nest combined with hand-painted chemigrams creating planetary structures.