Precious

Erin Tilly, "Precious", 2026, Polymer clay, acrylic paint & cotton, 8 x 5.5 x 8 cm

Precious is a tiny embodiment of the inner baby self that every adult human is responsible for. In our core and essence, we carry around past versions of our childhood selves through our adult schedules and daily routines. Today's society is fast paced and exhausting, especially for Precious. With scruffy fluff and eyes wide open and pleading, she is frazzled by the absurd ritual of remaining functional. Yet, her magical horn still withholds and her complexion is still softly pink and white. She remains existing, Precious.