Add Hot Water

“Add Hot Water” focuses on the concepts behind teas and tinctures, examining a select few in the context of perceived nourishment, physical effect, and spiritual effect. Though the physical effects are often proven, the spiritual ones are simply an extension of the placebo effect. However, it leads the viewer to wonder why such a consistent narrative exists. This piece engages all five senses, and the teabags in the envelope inserts offer viewers a blatant invitation to try the tea.