Designed by Leeroy 23’ and Dixie 25’ the concept of this pillow came from a marriage of two perspectives of what people might see at night. Leeroy’s perspective was based on an aerial view of a lit city, and Dixie was fascinated by the stars above. Together the aerial image of a lit city made by humans and the naturally occurring skyline of stars coalesced. This merger can speak to the human hunger to imitate nature, which is seen in a plethora of visual media not unlike a dance. The city’s image slowly looks like a cluster of stars with specks of color. Additionally, this merger speaks to the diversity of opinions in the world and how social context could help us break down social barriers. While these two students’ perspectives were different, they still described similar images. This glass-half-empty-glass-half-full paradox shows the importance of understanding the circumstances that have brought about different perspectives. By understanding these circumstances, we can choose how and if we want to breakdown barriers between us and the “other.”

Co-designer Leeroy Mabvuta ’23 is continuing his education post-graduation from Berea in pursuit of a career as a surgeon. Leeroy is also the designer of our hugely popular Symphiny Scarves which can be found here: https://www.bcloghousecrafts.com/student-craft-symphony-scarf-maroon.html