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• The Sunshine Polish tin, an unassuming<br />
object that may go unnoticed in most<br />
households, profoundly influenced Helen<br />
Martins’ artistic world. Its significance<br />
transcended its practical purpose as it<br />
found its way into various facets of her<br />
artistry. From windows to ceilings, and<br />
even embedded in cement, the Sunshine<br />
Polish tin made its mark in unexpected<br />
places throughout her iconic Owl House<br />
in Nieu-Bethesda. As the sun’s light<br />
danced upon it throughout the day,<br />
the mood within these spaces shifted<br />
dramatically. With the changing light,<br />
what was once a cheerful and eternally<br />
smiling sun could cast a haunting<br />
and unsettling mask upon the dining<br />
room table. This transformation, from<br />
brightness to darkness, encapsulates<br />
the essence of Helen Martins’ art — an<br />
intricate interplay between light and<br />
shadow, joy and melancholy, and the<br />
ever-evolving emotions she sought to<br />
convey through her unique creations.<br />
48 FOR THE LOVE OF LIGHT<br />
FOR THE LOVE OF LIGHT 49
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