Gaia

2024

Video Installation

In the contemporary context, the relationship between nature and humans often takes on the appearance of a distant entity, offering a sanctuary for escapism from the demands of modern life. In a world dominated by technology, urban landscapes, and fast-paced living, nature becomes a refuge for individuals seeking solace and a reprieve from the constant stimuli of daily existence. Parks, forests, and natural settings are embraced as sanctuaries where people can momentarily disconnect from the digital noise and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the natural world. Nature tends to be viewed as a foreign object that acts to us as a form of escapism. By taking close up shots which emphasize the unruly characteristics of the natural subjects, the viewer can question their relationship with nature more closely and view it in its true fragility rather than it solely being a source of entertainment.

Exploring into the symbolic embodiment of nature by impersonating Earth, adopting the ethereal essence of lush landscapes, turbulent oceans, and delicate flora by conveying the vulnerability and distress of our planet. However, beneath the surface beauty lies a profound commentary on the suffocation of nature. This project seeks to prompt introspection and action, urging viewers to confront the consequences of our actions on the very essence of life that  sustains us.