METANOIA–ORGANIC PROCESS / 2005/2020
MEMENTO MORI BIOMEDIA: ILLNESS, ART AND MEDICINE / MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART QUERÉTARO MEXICO 2020
Cecilia Bullo 2006-2019 // sound work with the collaboration with Acchiappashpirt // 2019
Metanoia–Organic Process was presented at Memento Mori Biomedia: Illness, Art, and Medicine, curated by Felipe Osornio, Meritxell Rosell and Lula C. Sánchez. A video exhibition for which Cecilia Bullo was invited to participate, which brought together artistic proposals from different part of the world that incorporate biotechnological methods to address, question, or decode medical knowledge surrounding the body and illness. Opening Reception- 13 November at 19:30pm until December 9, 2019, Macq Museum Of Contemporary Art Querétaro, México - with the support of CULTURE IRELAND.
ArtworkAntonin Artaud's life story connects art, illness, and medicine, especially through his trips to Mexico and Ireland. In 1936, he traveled to Mexico to explore indigenous culture and seek spiritual insight. His experiences there influenced his view of life as theatrical and the relationship between the physical and spiritual. In 1937, Artaud acquired a cane in Mexico, which he thought was important and linked to Saint Patrick. This belief inspired him to take the cane back to Ireland, symbolising his search for redemption and a deeper connection to a world beyond his troubled life.
The cane symbolises more than just an object; it connects Irish and Mexican cultures through Artaud's interpretation. His battles with schizophrenia shape this narrative, showcasing his fragmented identity and the struggles he faced in merging his experiences. By exploring Artaud's journeys, the work illustrates how cultural items can represent psychological states and the relationship between art and mental health. This approach helps us understand Artaud not only as a writer but as a complex person facing challenges related to identity, belief, and creativity. The project also highlights how art can be healing for individuals and communities. It encourages discussion on how Artaud's story reflects broader societal issues concerning the body, mental health, and the healing power of artistic expression.
The video work was accompanied by a sound composition by Acchiappashpirt // Jonida Prifti: vocals, vocoder synthesizer, text // Sdt: editing, sound effects design // 2019
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