This project centers around the creation of my alter ego—an imagined self born from ancient mythologies and personal fascinations. The starting point was crafting a symbolic headpiece/mask that would embody the essence of this other self. Deeply inspired by Egyptian philosophy, which I studied for three years in my home country, I drew from the iconography of the goddess Maat, the deity of harmony, justice, and truth.

Maat is often depicted with wings or an ostrich feather on her head—the feather symbolizing truth. These elements shaped the design of my headpiece: two extended wings inspired by Maat's form, and a central scarab beetle forming the base. In ancient Egyptian culture, the scarab is a powerful symbol of regeneration and rebirth. Revered for its cycle of life—emerging from dung balls where it lays its eggs—the scarab represents transformation, much like my own process of becoming.

The headpiece itself is handcrafted: the scarab made from papier-mâché, the wings constructed from fabric and reinforced with wooden sticks. The entire piece is decorated with an eclectic mix of threads, fabrics, buttons, acrylic paint, and ornamental "diamonds," giving it a richly layered aesthetic.

Supporting the headpiece is a full-body transformation—clothing and gestures that allowed me to step fully into the identity of my alter ego. To bring this persona to life, I created a sequence of short videos that narrate a poetic story: a soul is reborn. It begins to explore the Earth until it reaches the mythical River Lethe, the ancient Greek river of forgetfulness. Inspired by this myth, the soul drinks from the river and forgets its past life—marking the moment of reincarnation and the beginning of a new existence.