Lichens | Elodie Antoine

Elodie Antoine

My first encounter with the Ruins of Huanchaca, on a gray day, alone, with the vultures flying overhead, gave me the feeling of a prophecy.

After the Apocalypse was the chosen theme, and it proved to be very accurate. By coincidence, our stay took place in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, surrounded by much uncertainty.

Fortunately, the encounters I made on site, the incredible SACO team, and the emulation created with the other artists quickly allowed me to regain a little hope.

My installation evoking the rebirth of nature starting with lichens, mushrooms in the ruins and metals seeping from the walls of the Museo del Desierto was born from this residency. I keep strong memories and beautiful images.