Mariah Miguel-Juan is a Kelowna-born artist residing on the traditional land of the Syilx  Okanagan People, and a student of UBC Okanagan's BFA program. Her artistic practice delves into the depths of memory and personal connection. Through her art, she explores the transformative power of fragmented narratives and invites the viewer to find familiarity within.  

Remnants by Miguel-Juan includes multiple collage-based screen prints that use layering and translucent elements to mimic the elusive nature of memories. Her artwork is infused with personal significance as it references moments in her life and offers a glimpse into her own imaginative realm. This series has become a way for Miguel-Juan to create a map of where she has been and the paths she has walked. Through the incorporation of distorted images depicting windows, hallways, and street views, Remnants presents a captivating challenge to the viewer,  urging them to unravel the meaning and forge personal connections that resonate with their own lives.  

Miguel-Juan’s creative process includes digitally collaging found imagery from magazines and her own photography. During the screen printing process, she works intuitively to create a series of prints that embrace spontaneity and result in unique qualities and compositions. To push the boundaries of her art, she experiments with various printing surfaces, including fabric, silkscreen mesh, and different types of paper. By layering images and incorporating translucent elements,  she creates veils that capture the ephemeral essence of memories. 

Remnants will be on view in the Members’ Gallery from June 16 to July 5, 2023.