EXPERIENCE OF THE ALTERNATIVES

Jir Ostry

A central concept in her art works is mirages, or what can also be described as a fake utopia, a space plagued by issues. She sculpts the dystopian interior scenery of a delusional sphere – a representation of the mirage, which is defined as an invisible and intangible element. The sphere includes an imperialistic feudal society, with the various hierarchical systems embodied by quadrangular pyramids. The artist is also featured in the fake documentaries, reflecting on diverse social issues related to the legacy of imperialism. Approaching matters from the perspective of a Japanese female, she expounds on the problems giving rise to friction and hatred between neighbouring countries. Starting with her country and going through political and geopolitical factors, she projects them into her works. Using experimental and interactive techniques, the artist highlights and sculpts various ‘mirages’ caused by the essence of imperialism introduced to her country, the effects of its heritage on contemporary society, and the accompanying principles of imperialism from a global perspective (such as capitalism, anthropocentrism, and ethnocentrism).

Youso Park

My Cherry Blossom

Select Art offers the following happening:

Saturday 27th May 2023

7PM until 11PM

Opening VIP Gala Reception, walking dinner, wine service, Live Music by The Acousticans, Katerina Spiridaki, Stavros Ntaoutis, Manos Daleon, and the legendary voice of Monaco Alan Landry, Saxophone by Stelios (Djstelios). (Black tie event) v

Sunday 28th until 29th May 2023

PUBLICK DAYS FAIR

10:00 - 14:00 Every day open to the main public.

NOCTURNE

28th - 29th May 2023

18:00 - 21:00 Eery day open to the main public.