Background Check
Inbar Hasson's 'Background check' project is a multidisciplinary exploration of the undeniable truth that a person's background is the single most influential factor in how their life will unfold. Based on ongoing research into global inequality, Hasson's work confronts viewers with the stark disparities between developed and developing countries, highlighting how factors such as birthplace, gender, and religion shape opportunities and experiences. In a world where many are consumed by their own pursuits of happiness, it's challenging to feel deep empathy for the "other." Through her art, Hasson hopes to bring these topics to the forefront, evoking questions and emotions that may lead to greater awareness and empathy
Collages
The series of 'Background check' collages juxtapose images of children from war zones, child labor, child marriage, and child soldiers with pristine interiors from wealthy countries. By placing these children in privileged settings, Hasson highlights the stark contrast between their realities and the potential for a different life. Her work confronts us with the disparities in safety and well-being based on one's background, urging us to consider the profound impact of circumstances beyond our control.
b_side
Born from Inbar Hasson's research on global inequality, the 'b_side plate' series is inspired by the contrast between the beauty of statistical pie charts and the disturbing data they convey. These unique, hand-decorated serving plates feature colorful abstract graphics on the outer edges, while their hidden insides reveal the harsh data behind the graphics. The information served on the plates is compiled from global reports on economic discrepancies, human rights violations, and more, confronting diners with their personal roles in the global story. All profits from the 'b_side plate' series go to organizations addressing healthcare inequalities. B_side puts things you care about on the table.
All profits are dedicated to health inequality charities.
Now on Display at GLUE Amsterdam at the Conservatorium Hotel.
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For more information, visit bsideplate.com
Scratch off Lottery Tickets
Passport Claw Machine Installation
Do You Feel Lucky?
"Do You Feel Lucky?" is an online interactive app that invites viewers to play a casino slot machine game, where they can "reborn" with a new identity based on pure luck. The project is a collaboration between Inbar Hasson and mathematician Bradford F. Lyon, Ph.D.
Inspired by the philosophy of the veil of ignorance by John Rawls, the app confronts users with their own privilege, prompting them to question the role of luck in their lives. How does it feel when luck determines your destiny, a fate that is challenging to change despite our beliefs otherwise? The data on which the odds of the "lottery" are based is drawn from updated calculations of actual statistics from the CIA World Factbook, GDP, and other databases, and slices it into categories - religion, life expectancy, country, population yearly income, and gender.
The app is a live data-based simulation that uses real-time data, taking updated information online to provide an accurate representation of the odds of being born into different socio-economic parameters.
Bradford F. Lyon, a mathematician with a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University, is from Arkansas (USA) and lives in Knoxville, Tennessee. His curiosity and appreciation for the arts have greatly enriched this project. Brad's exceptional skills and contributions were instrumental in bringing this project to life.
*Special thanks to graphic designer Dan Levi for his contribution to the project.
For more information or any inquiries, or to request access to try the live app, please contact Inbar Hasson, and she will provide you with access to the app.