The film Upon My Dandelion Hands, is influenced by mythology of human-aquatic creatures, poetry from Emily Dickinson, and the lifestyle of coastal communities. Nina discusses themes of place identity, displacement, and transformation in her work.
Nina Fern is a visual artist and costume maker. She grew up to German-Turkish parents in Germany, where Nina studied Fashion Design and specialised in Costume Design. Her award-winning costumes were exhibited in museums internationally and are held in private collections. In 2012, Nina made her home on the wild, north-west coast of Ireland. Since moving to Ireland, she has studied Fine Art at the Atlantic Technological University, taught fashion design, and worked in the Irish film industry. Nina has a multidisciplinary practice and employs a variety of media, including artists moving image, digital media, and sculpture. In 2021, Nina’s short film Night Tide was screened for National Climate Action Week hosted by An Taisce.
