Brett’s main objective as an artist is to continually explore and question the physical sense of space in relation to a psychological sense of self. Aesthetics of the unfamiliar, body and mind disturbances, presence and performance within the domestic space are areas that underpin her practice.
Brett’s aim is to encourage the viewer to ‘see & feel’ rather than just ‘look’. Her work is not about resolving something, it is about showing something, through investigation, gaining knowledge and patiently waiting for things to emerge.
Brett states “I have always felt the need to build a relationship with the subject – through research, then creating a safe place to find the voice inside each participant, one that expresses who they really are, to speak openly & honestly about their experiences. I start a dialogue, a conversation, I am not looking for answers, just feelings. It’s an understanding between artist and subject, and always a collaboration.”