Charcoal, dark and earthy, represents the primal and organic origins of human existence.
Its rough, natural texture evokes the rawness of early life, untouched by refinement. Meanwhile, silver, fired and shaped to form unique structures that flow over the charcoal, reflects sophistication, progress, and cultural evolution. The fluid, gleaming silver contrasts sharply with the dark, solid charcoal, illustrating humanity’s journey from the depths of survival to the heights of cultural achievements.
The two materials are visually opposite yet interdependent, with silver embracing the rugged surface of charcoal. This union speaks to the coexistence of nature and human advancement, suggesting that even as we progress, our roots remain vital to our identity. The juxtaposition of these elements forms a narrative of transformation, resonating with the universal theme of human development from simplicity to complexity.
Materials:
Charcoal, silver, triptych-various sizes.
Created in 2017