Published 29 July 2024 in Press
SA Creatives: The Creative Network
Artists Bare Their Souls in 'Pain Is An Unavoidable Side Effect' Group Exhibition
SA Creatives: The Creative Network - Art & Design
Published 06 June 2024
This exhibition aims to acknowledge the challenges faced by artists in the creative process, emphasizing the courage, perseverance, and boldness required to be vulnerable and express themselves.
Neo Theku l Vigour Distortion (Asylumism Series) (Detail) l 2022 l Edition of 5 l Digital print on Tecco Matte PM230 paper l 56 x 56cm
The Pain is an Unavoidable Side Effect group exhibition marks the fourth year since its inception in June 2020. This exhibition reflects on a quote from the HBO series Carnivà le, highlighting the idea that the end justifies the means, a concept also echoed by Niccolò Machiavelli.
Richardt Strydom l Drome is ook wonde (A Verbis ad Verbera Series) l 2014 l Edition of 10 l Digital print on 100% cotton artist paper l 59,4 x 89,2cm
The creative process is likened to a new relationship or business venture, characterized by the decision to take risks. While it may be tempting to choose safety over vulnerability, the artists in this exhibition have chosen to share their work, tapping into themes of tenderness, satire, violence and honesty .
The artworks touch on growth, coping mechanisms, the importance of retaining a sense of childlike wonder, and the desire to share lived experiences with others.
Nina Torr l Sun Root; Sibling Root; Fish Root (Root Series) l 2023 l Edition of 25 l Two Colour Risograph on Munken Pure l 22 x 15,5 x 3,5cm each (Framed)
The participating artists include Bernard Brand, Danelle Heenop, Wim Legrand, Liefie AKA Haidee Nel, Octavia Roodt, Richardt Strydom, Neo Theku, and Nina Torr. Their contributions to the exhibition reflect a range of perspectives and experiences.
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Image Credit: Neo Theku l Vigour Distortion (Asylumism Series) (Detail) l 2022 l Edition of 5 l Digital print on Tecco Matte PM230 paper l 56 x 56cm