Project 1- Motherhood

"Mother" is a beautiful word that means more than just biology. This collection honors not only human motherhood, but also the maternal strength found in nature, femininity, and the act of creation. Matilda (Tongying) Liang explores motherhood as both a metaphor and a biological phenomenon. Drawing inspiration from the resilience, vulnerability, and invisible connections shared across generations of women, she challenges traditional definitions of what it means to be a "mother." Scientific research into maternal DNA and fetal microchimerism deepen her understanding of this profound intergenerational bond.