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For his solo exhibition at Bomb Factory Art Foundation conceptual artist Othello De'Souza-Hartley has teamed up with architect Laura Büchi and sound artist Elliott Buchanan who share his interest in the inter-dependencies of mind and body, inner peace and external structures.
De'Souza-Hartley examines the human body and its imperfections by drawing parallels between skin tones and textures and architectural structures, in particular the subtle variations evident in cast concrete. Working exclusively in black he creates tension by contrasting smooth surfaces with thick crusts of paint and integrating discarded objects and building materials into large scale paintings.
The exhibition title refers to the code number for pure black, according to a colour chart dating back to 1920s Germany which is still used as standard by architects and designers today. The body of work in 9005 questions the pursuit of perfection and the hierarchy of materials, reflecting the artist's belief that art transcends notions of division or rank.
A tranquil composition of structural, material and sonic elements complements the large scale paintings surrounding it. Blacking out the external distractions of city life, the collaborative sculpture provides a tranquil sanctuary for introversion and contemplation.
Othello De’Souza-Hartley is a London-based mixed media artist working across painting, drawing, photography, moving image and performance.
He holds an MA in Fine Art from Camberwell College of Arts and has studied at Central St Martins and the Royal Drawing School, London.
De’Souza-Hartley investigates concepts of imperfection and its potential to create a sense of calm. Working across a broad range of disciplines, including photography, painting, performance and sculpture, he draws parallels between the textures and irregularities of human skin and the surfaces and materials defining the urban environment.
His work is included in private and public collections and has been widely exhibited in the UK and internationally. Most recent highlights include inclusion in the inaugural Whitstable Arts Festival and a collaborative performance at the reopening of the Atlantic Worlds Gallery at the National Maritime Museum, London. His work has been selected for Christie’s Lates: Voices of Black Artistry in the lead-up to Black History Month.
The Bomb Factory Art Foundation was established in 2015 by artist Pallas Citroen at its inaugural location in Archway. Driven by a vision to create an organisation that supports the creation and development of art spaces that support artists and offer the audience a more inclusive experience. The conviction that art enriches society in transformative ways gave Pallas the impetus to embark on this journey to not only create a vibrant gallery and studio space but also a thriving artistic community.
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