MOVEMENT(S)
Movement (s)- is a visual exhibition that delves into the multifaceted nature of movement, examining its implications across various spheres of human existence – social, political, physical, economic, and migratory. Through a diverse range of artistic expressions, this exhibition seeks to unravel the interconnectedness of movement, highlighting its transformative power and the narratives it carries. Through "Movement(s)" viewers are invited to contemplate the myriad ways in which movement intersects with the human experience, transcending boundaries and reshaping our understanding of the world. As we navigate the complexities of movement – from the social and political upheavals that define our times to the physical and economic forces that shape our daily lives – we are reminded of the interconnectedness of our shared humanity and the transformative power of movement to inspire change, foster empathy, and ignite the imagination.
Artworks by: Abigail Wedburn, Ehiko Odeh, Indicaptures, Kajea, Sarah Okello, Shanice Edwards
Curated by: Anthony Gebrehiwot.
Powered by: Toronto Youth Equity Strategies.
INDICAPTURES
Mani the Time Traveller
I photographed my friend standing completely still holding a small bouquet of brightly coloured balloons. It
was a lovely day. The only motion we see comes from the head - a depiction of how I, the artist, feel
moving through life. While there may be a million things going on within at an extremely fast pace, the
outside world is still capable of being a still, beautiful place as long as we intentionally stop to admire it.
These pieces are a reminder that there is beauty in motion and in stillness - one cannot exist without
the other. Created using natural sunlight, photoshop, and a daydream.
-INDICAPTURES
EHIKO
This ongoing series delves into archival hair products popular within Afro-Indigenous communities. The still life paintings, inspired by local hair advertisements aimed at individuals of African descent, scrutinize the marketing strategies and persuasive language utilized by these corporations. Ehiko intends to further develop this series by exploring the ingredients utilized and proposing alternative options.
KAJEA
Generations Of Inflation :
Capturing the essence of community through symbolic items, these photos illustrate the profound impactof inflation and the rising cost of living on everyday life.
CHINELO YASIN
Chinelo, the young and ambitious artist, is known within the Toronto creative community for paving their own lane, and making themselves known within a room full of forceful competition. Making strides within Photography, DJ'ing, Film Production positions, and whatever else that peaks their interest, they take pride in developing themselves as a Cross-Disciplinary Artist.
SHANICE EDWARDS
Love.
Intimacy is constantly misconstrued to be solely about physical touch. It’s emotions, sometime without the presence of physical touch. It’s a shared moment in an elevator, a simple coffee date, a walk across the street. It’s deep, long lasting... memorable.With the theme being focused on movement, I focused on the couple and how being in love estops time for them... even though everything they are surrounded by is moving. My intention with these images was to amplify intimacy, and the simplicity thereof.
ABIGAIL WEDDERBURN
The protest image was taken at a march to mark 6 months on violence in Gaza. Watching the child shout chants into the microphone was an inspiring moment, as well was the support and organizing of the
neighbourhood for the liberation and freedom of those in Palestine, and in the broader sense, those all over the world who are fighting for their freedom.
SARAH OKELLO
Multiple truths that are the coldest heat and loudest silence in moments that reintroduce me to grief time and time again. There’s the all I have in the all I’ve lost and all I can picture in what I can’t yet grasp. I find that sitting in those truths feel so intense because it is disruptive to predicting the next step simply because the “now” is new. Duality gives multiple changing answers and without that confrontation change knows no beginning.