Aya's recent work stems from an exploration of inner healing and the restoration of relationships. In her main series, Ripen, the concept of “scars” holds profound significance. Scars, left behind by emotional or physical wounds, serve as traces of pain but also stand as evidence of recovery and symbols of new possibilities in life.

The flexible yet resilient nature of fiber resembles the complexities of human emotions and life. Techniques such as stitching, embroidery, and dyeing—repeatedly performed during the creative process—mirror the act of mending wounds or weaving a new sense of self. In particular, she visually articulates the acceptance of pain and the recreation of new meaning in life by depicting cover-up tattoo designs over scars through embroidery. These embroidered designs on scarred fabric embody a slow, deliberate confrontation and acceptance of the intertwined processes of pain and recovery.

Another key element is the three-dimensional lines that extend outward from the tattoo designs. These lines are created by embroidering with cotton thread on water-soluble fabric (alginate), dissolving the base material, and solidifying the remaining thread. This process emphasizes the boundless expansion of the tattoo imagery, symbolizing more than just the simple act of healing or forgetting pain. Instead, it reflects the proactive growth of an individual into a stronger self.

By transforming scars into more than just reminders of past pain, the work reimagines them as catalysts for healing and growth.