Sophie Lisa Beresford

For the artist Hula Hoops signify a universal symbol for eternity, which has become integrated into everyday accessible commercial culture. The symbol for eternity exists and takes various similar forms historically through religions and belief systems across the world: including Oroboros, The Annulus and the "endless knot". The act of Hula Hoop-ing, reflects Beresford's interest in using play as an engaging way to break-down barriers in social interaction. It can also be employed as a device to ultimately become more child-like and closer to the original and un-influenced creative power that we are all born with but often loose over time; under modern society's structure and influence.