The Martyr is at once a hoarder and a provider.

She may be viewed as opposing sides of the same character, at war with each other, or as two individuals at odds, refusing compromise and unable to work together.

In many countries experiencing water poverty, individual gain is sacrificed for the greater good of the family, or even of the larger society.  By examining actions of self-service, self-sacrifice, and self-centeredness, Thirst, and the Martyr is questioning the availability and distribution of resources critical to our survival on this planet.

Hope is challenged but not fully extinguished as the struggle drones on.

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More images and information to follow, after the September 24th performance at the (e)merge art fair
 
(e)merge art fair
September 22-25, 2011

Capitol Skyline Hotel
10 I (Eye) Street SW
Washington, DC 20024

Performance of Thirst, and the Martyr:
Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 3 pm

Admission fees and more info at
www.emergeartfair.com

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image above: Margaret Boozer