2022
Performance with sculpture in exhibition room 3 at the academy fine art in Münster,
Wood, iron rod, a human body
Dimensions of the sculpture: 140cm (width) X 200cm (height)
4 days from 23,06, 2022 until 26,06,2022
In a dark room, there is a large sculpture built in an unstable form, connected to my body. As my human body moves, the sculpture moves synchronously. The body struggles to remain in the space with the sculpture for as long as possible, as if the performance could continue endlessly. In this way, the sculpture and the human body are perceived as a single, uncertain entity—one cohesive artwork within the space. The work is not intended as a temporary performance but rather as a sculpture that remains as a continuous presence.
Throughout the performance, moments of tension and relaxation arise. A hole serves as a boundary, intensifying the tension as the body moves in and out of the sculpture through it. Triangulation emerged from reflections on the existence of the individual within society and the relationship between individuals and their social environment. Above all, this artwork explores how I integrate into society, where I belong, and what I have experienced in different social contexts. These reflections led to the creation of the sculpture with an uncertain form—one that can symbolize an unstable society.
The work also addresses how a vulnerable individual can navigate and endure within society without giving up, confronting challenges and adapting to them. The human body remains connected to the sculpture, mirroring the continuous efforts of individuals to integrate, observe themselves reflectively, and find a sense of stillness within society. The audience becomes an integral part of the artwork, contributing to the formation of new relationships and social structures. Some viewers approach the work and linger, while others pass by without engaging.
Although there is no direct communication between the artwork (myself and the sculpture) and the audience, an interaction emerges in every moment. The sculpture and the human body continuously transform according to the situation and relationships, their movements intuitively adapting. Each viewer perceives the piece differently, engaging with the atmosphere, light, emotions, and movements in the space. Ultimately, through this dynamic process, the artwork becomes a living, evolving entity.