VOLCANO - فولكانو
BERLIN, GERMANY / 2023
MWerk 14 Lichtenberg
Exhibition
Recycling
Heritage
LINK TO PHOTO SERIES ︎
LINK TO PHOTO SERIES ︎
Mwerk, dubbed "Vulkan," stands as a repurposed factory space dedicated to fostering artistic expression across a spectrum of mediums (from theater and music to film and photography, as showcased in this instance). In collaboration with them, I curated an exhibition featuring two of my series exploring the cultural and religious heritage of immigrant children residing in Berlin.
Our collaboration came with a singular stipulation: everything utilized had to be rescued from the streets of Berlin, from frames to carpets, from lights to furniture. This directive presented a captivating challenge, fostering a dynamic exchange with the audience through impromptu speeches and lively discussions. Yet, the true test lay in sourcing and revitalizing these objects, breathing new life into discarded materials, and transforming the remnants of the past into vessels of new identity. All in all, a practice consistent with the question of transmission (as for teh series).
This photographic series serves as a poignant exploration of the
enduring consequences of colonization. It unveils a generation caught between
the rich stories and cultural heritage passed down by their ancestors and the
harsh reality of a society where their presence is inadequately represented.
Our collaboration came with a singular stipulation: everything utilized had to be rescued from the streets of Berlin, from frames to carpets, from lights to furniture. This directive presented a captivating challenge, fostering a dynamic exchange with the audience through impromptu speeches and lively discussions. Yet, the true test lay in sourcing and revitalizing these objects, breathing new life into discarded materials, and transforming the remnants of the past into vessels of new identity. All in all, a practice consistent with the question of transmission (as for teh series).