Ayaka YOSHIDA
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"At tension"
What I aspire to achieve with this production is akin to the work of agriculture and landscaping. I see these fields as processes that involve understanding and harmonizing with nature, taking into account the seasons, terrain, weather, and physical conditions and limitations, while fulfilling human intentions such as "I want to cultivate these crops (plants)" or "I want to create this type of landscape and function." (Given the difference in power between nature and humanity, it may be more appropriate to view this as a series of 'requests' rather than 'negotiations').
21 Sep. 2018 - 16 Nov. 2018
Okutsu Stone Garden, Okayama
「At tension/mortar」
Wood, veneer, hemp cord, string.
「At tension/buried earthen jar that makes sound when water drips into it (garden feature)」
Veneer, hemp cord, persimmon tannin, white stone, bamboo, stone, potted plants
「At tension/hydroelectric generator」
Aluminium plates, hub dynamos, wood, cords, bulbs.
「At tension/Quipu of tree」
Wood, string.
