Today, December 20th, when Saint Ignatius Theophorus is celebrated, Christian and folk traditions intertwine in a day full of significance. Known as Ignat in rural areas, this day marks the ritual slaughter of pigs, preparing households for the festive meals of Christmas and New Year. This custom, symbolizing abundance and family unity, is accompanied by rituals and superstitions, as well as reflections on the loss of the tradition’s original meaning.
The artistic project "Ignat", created in collaboration with illustrator @anamaria.lemnaru , explores the human relationship with sacrifice through a visceral and raw lens. With a critique of modern excess and consumerism, the series reinterprets the Romanian tradition, engaging in a dialogue between ritual and contemporary perspectives, challenging viewers to reflect on the meaning of these customs today.
