THE ART OF FLYING

Espoo Cultural Centre, 2005

Lentämisen taito

Espoon kulttuurikeskus, 2005

Birds carry spiritual meanings in cultures around the world. In this work the dove served as an inspiration. The dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit according to Christian mythology, globally it is a symbol of World Peace.

"I'm modelling. Hour after hour, day after day. The modelling transforms into a silent ritual of peace." 

1 Moment of Perfection

Rhythm, in time, in the movements of the body. Is the passing of time seen in the object? Are the movements of the body seen?

Materials: Parian porcelain, mirror shelves

2 First Lesson in the Art of Flying

A ritual of peace for bringing peace into the world, into the hearts of people.

Materials: Terracotta (Finnish Red Clay), the figures are attached with double sided tape on the gallery wall

3 Deadly Silence

One thousand silent birds.

Materials: Parian porcelain, wooden shelves, red paint

The Flight

I flew through the window

Into space

To the borderline of Universe

When I returned

The window was undamaged

Like nothing had happened