Amalia Pica
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The visual elements of this artwork focus on the intricate arrangement of simple circular shapes, creating a dynamic and flowing composition. The overall effect suggests a sense of movement and interconnectedness, with the shapes appearing to swirl and cascade across the page. The monochromatic black and white palette highlights the emphasis on form and composition over color. The artist's style employs a minimalist approach, using a repeated, almost rhythmic pattern to explore the expressive potential of basic geometric shapes. This piece likely reflects the artist's interest in exploring the interplay of positive and negative space, as well as the viewer's perception of visual harmony and balance. ...
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Amalia Pica
B.1978, ArgentinianAmalia Pica’s practice, which includes sculpture, performance, installation, drawing and video, explores human communication, its failures and intimacy. Human modes of interaction, such as the desire to be understood and accepted, are central to her work. Pica uses found objects, like hair brushes, wine bottles and confetti, verbal and non-verbal linguistic tools, like texts and venn diagrams, out-dated means of communication, like shutter telegraphs and slide projectors. Her live performances are audience-driven, creating situations of encounters, awkward and real. Having been born during the 'Dirty War' in Argentina, Pica’s works further consider the issue of state control, history, representation and systems of bureaucracy. In her performances, she explores the ways civic participation can become a mode of resistance to political oppression across time and cultures. ...
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