Artist's Statement

My work exists at the intersection of fashion, material experimentation, and identity. I create one-of-one garments and objects using repurposed materials: plastic, denim, textiles, and found elements, to explore transformation, fluidity, and self-expression beyond conventional design systems. Each piece is rooted in process, prioritizing construction, texture, and concept as much as final form.

Influenced by my lived experience and years of repressed psychological trauma , I approach creative design as a personal narrative, cathartic healing mechanism, and visual language. I’m interested in how clothing and objects shape the body, communicate identity, and challenge norms of wearability and value. My work balances functionality and sculpture, often blurring the line between art, fashion, and performance.

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I am open to collaborate with likeminded brands, artists, and institutions interested in innovation, sustainability, and culturally driven design: projects that value experimentation, storytelling, and pushing materials beyond their perceived expected use. If you ain't talking money, I don't wanna talk.

Business Email: barakssetumen@gmail.com

Instagram: @barakssetulmen