Hand-raised copper, vitreous enamel, mass-produced plastic fly.
23 x 23 x 18cm
2012
This piece represents a pivotal moment in my growth as a conceptual artist. In many industries, flaws or damage would typically decrease the value of a work, especially in the craft industry where precision of engineering, craftsmanship, and accurate outcomes are highly prized. A chip on the glass surface, for instance, could be a catastrophic flaw that devalues a painstakingly made decorative art piece.
However, in this case, a mass-produced cheap plastic fly is used to perfectly conceal the chip, as if nothing ever happened. This ironically demonstrates a shift in the value system of modern society, moving beyond mere technical and material concerns. When the flaw itself embodies the essence of the piece, it can actually add value, breathing new life into the base material.
Through this work, I aim to explore the evolving perceptions and appreciations of art, challenging traditional notions of perfection and flaws. The juxtaposition of the delicate glass and the humble plastic fly serves as a commentary on the changing dynamics in the art world and society at large.
Hand-raised copper, vitreous enamel, mass-produced plastic fly.
23 x 23 x 18cm
2012
This piece represents a pivotal moment in my growth as a conceptual artist. In many industries, flaws or damage would typically decrease the value of a work, especially in the craft industry where precision of engineering, craftsmanship, and accurate outcomes are highly prized. A chip on the glass surface, for instance, could be a catastrophic flaw that devalues a painstakingly made decorative art piece.
However, in this case, a mass-produced cheap plastic fly is used to perfectly conceal the chip, as if nothing ever happened. This ironically demonstrates a shift in the value system of modern society, moving beyond mere technical and material concerns. When the flaw itself embodies the essence of the piece, it can actually add value, breathing new life into the base material.
Through this work, I aim to explore the evolving perceptions and appreciations of art, challenging traditional notions of perfection and flaws. The juxtaposition of the delicate glass and the humble plastic fly serves as a commentary on the changing dynamics in the art world and society at large.
