2017 Hüseyin Mert Erverdi – Tekerrür
TURKEY
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Sinopsis: “Recurrence” is a single-channel video loop, which consists of 300 individual fractal canvases. Fractals are infinitely complex patterns that are self-similar across different scales. Fractals are referred to as nature’s fingerprint as they are heavily present in nature. In accordance with its title, “Recurrence” is the result of a single fractal formula recurring with different color parameters for each individual canvas. It is specifically designed to be experienced in an endless loop; therefore both the formula and the video itself can recur infinitely. The sequential viewing of rapidly evolving and perpetually forming visuals meant to evoke sensations akin to abstract expressionistic exploration of gestures, lines, shapes, and colors which in a way hoped to evoke an impression of spontaneity and strong emotional reactions from the viewer. Abstract art was developed by painters such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko in the 1940s and 1950s. Especially Pollock’s contribution to the evolution of art was seminal as he was able to simulate patterns that were similar to those that evolve in nature by adopting fractal like patterns. “Recurrence” is a meditation on the aesthetics of the 21st century new media art through the historical lens of 20th century abstract art.
Bio: Born in 1981, Hüseyin Mert Erverdi is a visual artist. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in Cinema and Media Studies. Erverdi lives and works in Istanbul.
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BIo: She was born in Istanbul, Turkey. She started studying film when she was 15 years old. She began working professionally as a camera assistant shortly after. She started making videos when she was studying film at Istanbul Bilgi University. She spent last year in Santa Fe, NM studying film and making video art pieces.
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Bio: Jan Hakon Erichsen is a Norwegian artist who works within a variety of media focusing on topics like fear, anger and frustration. He has spent several years perfecting a D.I.Y aesthetic with found objects being the main source of work material. Erichsen has exhibited widely in Norwegian and international galleries and partaken in numerous international video festivals after he finished his education at the National Academy of Arts in Oslo.