Map of the EU 2021

Gretchen Andrew created "Map of the EU," a mixed media piece, at an unknown date. Andrew’s work often plays with themes of power, desire, and the internet. This piece presents a whimsical yet critical view of the European Union. It's hard not to see a certain tension here - between the playful aesthetic and the complex political entity it represents. The work seems to be asking, what does Europe mean in the digital age? What does it mean to each of us personally? Andrew has said, "My work is about bringing my desires into reality". Here, she seems to be mapping not just geography, but a landscape of personal and collective aspirations and anxieties. The juxtaposition of high and low culture, of the digital and the handmade, invites us to question traditional notions of value and authority. It is interesting to consider how the artwork shapes and reflects societal issues. It pushes us to consider our own relationship to the EU. It presents a unique blend of personal expression and political commentary, challenging us to find our own place within its intricate map.