Essentials Creative is a diverse multimedia collective embracing fluidity, collaboration & experimentation.
Afterworld: Zen Garden
Asian American Resource Center
Afterworld: Zen Garden by Essentials Creative celebrates multiculturalism and diversity by combining the autumn traditions of Day of the Dead and Obon. The installation features tapestries inspired by different cultures, serving as gateways to alternate afterlife realms such as Purgatory, Mictlan, and Moksha. Printed on linen, these tapestries are adorned with decorative elements and enhanced lighting, showcasing the richness of various afterlife themes. By embracing diversity and honoring the unique ways cultures remember their departed loved ones, Afterworld invites visitors to appreciate the multiculturalism that enriches our human experience.
“Essentials Creative created and implemented a culturally vibrant and artistically diverse site-specific installation that amplified the AARC as a space of inclusivity and understanding for Asian American communities in Austin.”
“Essentials Creative’s installation at the AARC allowed our diverse group of community members to experience forms of art to which they previously did not have access. Their exhibit also brought in new visitors to the AARC.”
