“I’ve always been concerned about the teachings and ideas between heaven and earth - where we reside and are present - and the disconnect between the two which is prevalent in Western thought, such as religion. It always seems to be split [in teaching] however our ideas perceive both as inseparable and one. Mirrors become a perfect example to reflect this idea, as well as matter and non-matter. Matter and spirit, stuff and non-stuff.”
See #MarkOrozcoJustiniani's “#VoidofSpectacles: Reflections on Passages Through Time and History" is on-view at the Ateneo Art Gallery until July 7, Sunday only.
The show features the three infinity installations of Mark Orozco Justiniani created for the Gallery Children’s Biennale (National Gallery Singapore, 2017-2021), Kinderbiënnale, Japanisches Palais, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen (Dresden, Germany, 2018-2020) and the Philippine Pavilion at the 58th International Art Exhibition La Biennale di Venezia (Italy, 2019). Co-presented with Tungtung Alon Art Foundation, this marks the very first time all three infinity installations are exhibited in the Philippines.
Each work uses mimesis to visually extend objects beyond what they seem. Viewers are confronted with a void as they stand above the installations, each filled with objects and remnants of history. These serve as an excavation of stories, reflections on humanity, and inquiries on existence. At its core, these infinity installations invite the viewer to fall into the very most primal instinct of fear and wonder.
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Due to the nature of the exhibition, guests will be asked to remove their footwear. Non-skid socks or shoe gloves will be provided for use.
Video by Clefvan Pornela/Reeltime Photography
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