2024
Illustration
Bedbug Bites presents the humble pillow itself as the client of this illustration. It's a source of comfort, never failing to shoulder the weight of our thoughts no matter how heavy.
The design allows it to unravel to us the depth of emotion it has been carrying for years like lifting a stone, only to find thousands of insects crawling underneath it.
Five pillowcases were screenprinted with insects and night creatures, which were torn and tied as each were fit into the pillow.
This pillow was made as part of a collective exhibit by participants of the first Manila Illustration Fair for Art Fair Philippines 2024.