
8 metros
2021
During my art residency in Fabero, Spain, I delved into the profound impacts of human intervention on both the ecological and social fabric of the landscape. Witnessing firsthand how human activity had transformed the environment into one of the largest open-pit mines in Europe left an indelible mark on me. These drastic changes not only reshaped the land but also shaped the lives of the local community in profound ways.
The survival of the entire town was intricately linked to these monumental alterations. Yet, amidst the physical transformation of the landscape, it was the narratives of the miners that truly struck me. Listening to their stories, I was moved by the enduring physical and emotional toll of their labor in the heart of the mines.
In response to these experiences, I employed the line as a strategy. Drawing with my own body, I created a monumental artwork measuring 1.20x8.00 meters. Symbolically representing the daily toil of the miners, the dimensions of the paper mirrored the surface they tirelessly extracted from the mines, navigating through narrow passages and small openings.
I sought to capture the essence of their struggle and resilience, paying homage to their labor and sacrifices. The use of my own body in the drawing process served as a connection to their experiences.
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