During the bea.to Unconference at Factory Lisbon, Diane Giraud presented a thought-provoking series of canvases made from fragments of burnt book pages, ashes, and transparent tape. These works explore the role of language in shaping thought, the passage of time, and the preservation of memories. Giraud used books from her personal collection—literary novels, scholarly texts, and selected magazines—which she burned to create the raw materials for the pieces.

Though the remnants of the original texts are barely recognizable, fragments of words and images emerge from the canvases, inviting viewers to search for meaning within these disjointed traces. The incomplete nature of the works reflects a metaphorical journey through life and death, suggesting that all things are interconnected. Giraud’s installation added a reflective, philosophical dimension to the vibrant atmosphere of the unconference, leaving attendees to wander through these layered metaphors of existence.

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