Over the past two months, as part of the GlogauAir residency, Shirley Moneyhon has been deeply engaged in developing an evolving body of work that reflects the profound impact of conflict on her community. Her series, which includes both oil paintings and ceramic objects, explores the ways in which the ongoing war in her country has affected local families and everyday life. Central to her work is the tension between comfort and fear, as she highlights moments and rituals that were once sources of solace but have since become fraught with anxiety. Through her paintings and ceramics, Moneyhon delves into the emotional and psychological shifts that accompany living in such uncertain times, focusing on the coping mechanisms that help people navigate new, often terrifying realities. At the heart of this exploration is the strength found in seemingly mundane or ordinary objects, which, in their simplicity, can offer a sense of continuity and stability in a world that feels increasingly fractured.