The core of Franklin’s exploration lies in the theme of embodiment. To be embodied is to be anchored to a physical form that is constantly in flux—aging, feeling, and reacting to its environment. Franklin’s work suggests that the body is a "human vessel," a term that evokes both the fragility of glass and the resilience of a ship. It is through this vessel that we navigate the world, and it is within its walls that we store our most private "solos"—those internal dialogues and singular experiences that define our individuality.
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The Human Vessel: A Study of Embodiment in Krista Franklin’s Solo(s) The core of Franklin’s exploration lies in the