These two artworks are part of a larger body of work that delves into the nature of repetition, exploring its presence across both organic and inorganic realms—from humanity to nature itself. Through the use of wool textures, Thoka examines repetition as a form of human lineage and a fundamental method of creation. She is intrigued by the role of repetition as a potential teacher, guiding us to understand what already exists, what has come before, and what lies ahead.
In repeating, Thoka learns that existence is composed of multiple layers, woven together in repeated sequences and patterns. For her, learning and creating are both acts of repetition.
She views repetition as a silent creator and teacher, one that reveals itself in the natural world and in her own life. She finds it in simple, everyday elements: human fingerprints, the lines on palms, the leaves of a tree, the rays of morning sunlight streaming through a window, and the petals of a freshly picked rose. Repetition, for Thoka, serves as a guide, helping her navigate the simplicity and beauty of existence.
