Secrets are Pondered, Projects Prepared is a conceptual exploration of the shifting landscape of craftsmanship within the context of contemporary DIY culture and self care. Viewers are invited to reflect on the meditative act of tinkering through the lens of a garage workshop. The disarray and neglect depicted in the space suggest a departure from skilled repair and maintenance and a preference for convenience, while the illusion of disrepair is simultaneously created with meticulous care.