ABOUT

Rizzhel Javier (San Diego, 1983) is a San Diego based artist and educator. Her work explores topics in identity, memory, culture and human relationships. As a first generation Filipino-American, Rizzhel uses her art practice to dissect her identity, and that of the larger Filipino-American community through the research and creation of art projects. She works autobiographically, using art to explore personal, community and global connection.

Rizzhel’s recent work is influenced by migration, travel and family origin. She is currently working on a photographic projects called Almost Home, which explores the similarity and histories of Mexico and Philippines. These combined landscapes explore the meaning of family and intuitive need to be home.  Rizzhel explores social and historical issues of displaced identity, ideas of misrepresentation and impermanence.

CONTACT

rizzhel.mae.javier@gmail.com