Breonna's Garden (2021)

"She who plants a garden, plants hope." In solidarity with Breonna Taylor's family, notable artist and art curator LADY PHEØNIX developed Breonna's Garden, an AR experience for veneration. The experience is to honor Breonna Taylor's life and cultivate a safe healing space to process emotions such as grief. Breonna's Garden is a sacred space for anyone who wants to share a message of hope for Breonna's family. Or, a message in remembrance of someone they miss. It's a sacred space and a protest. The development of the project started after LADY PHEØNIX connected with Ju'Niyah Palmer, Breonna's sister. Initially,LADY PHEØNIX sensed a need for a safe space online where her family and friends could mourn. It soon became apparent that entire communities needed a place to process their grief. "We created Breonna's Garden to honor the life of Breonna Taylor with the intention that it be a peaceful refuge, unencumbered by the weight of the world." Much of the creative direction has been informed by Ju'Niyah who described Breonna's love for flowers, butterflies, and music. The videos that are showcased at the beginning of the experience will also be provided by Ju'Niyah. The process for this collaboration has been slow and respectful. After a successful run at the Tribeca Festival and public release, the experience continues at Art Basel Miami with Filmgate Interactive, allowing more people around the world to continue to say Breonna Taylor's name and support the family's fight for justice.