RE-CONNECT
EARTH EDITION
PERFORMANCE AT MATADERO, 2023
RE-CONNECT EARTH EDITION PERFORMANCE AT MATADERO, 2023
- NEUANFANG -
RE-CONNECT EARTH EDITION PERFORMANCE AT MATADERO, 2023
- BEIGE ENCOUNTER -
RE-CONNECT EARTH EDITION PERFORMANCE AT MATADERO, 2023
- TOUCHING FLOWERS -
PERFORMERS @lis_h2 @lauramedinacastro @fernandafachin @andreatabataf @daniescalantea @carlota_rivero @_abrrr @vickyvivancos @martafandinho_
PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO BY @cristinagonmart @jaerto81
RE-CONNECT
EARTH EDITION AT MATADERO
"Re-Connect with Nature" by artist Alex Hug is a poignant testament to our essential relationship with the Earth, encouraging us to rekindle our connection to the natural world in an urban age dominated by synthetic materials. Hug's masterful textile compositions breathe life into materials that typically threaten nature, presenting a compelling metaphor for the urgent need to preserve our dwindling natural resources and coexist harmoniously with the environment. This artwork skillfully captures nature's silent anguish through evocative movements, offering a message of hope by emphasizing the Earth's inherent value and the possibility of regeneration.
The piece is presented in three textile works, each narrating distinct stories through choreographed arm movements. "Neuanfang" signifies nature's plea for assistance, "Beige Encounter" symbolizes the latent vitality of our seemingly dormant planet, and "Touching Flowers" immerses viewers in a world of floral splendor. This remarkable creation is a catalyst for collective responsibility, igniting hope for a future where humanity and the Earth coexist in perfect harmony. It urges us to reflect on the conscientious and respectful treatment of our ecosystems, emphasizing the delicate balance between human progress and environmental preservation."Re-Connect with Nature" extends a heartfelt invitation to embrace the reawakening of our natural world, embarking on a journey toward a more sustainable and interconnected future.