Interconnections

Lisa Battle

Curated by Martina Sestakova
Wednesday, October 30th through Saturday, November 23rd, 2024

All living beings are connected and depend on each other and their environment to survive. In Greek philosophy, this idea was expressed as anima mundi -- an intrinsic connection between all living beings. In modern times, the Gaia hypothesis describes the Earth as a complex, self-regulating system where living organisms have a synergistic relationship with their environment. Being intertwined has profound implications in human relationships, in international relations, and for the survival of our planet. In a time of risk and uncertainty, it is imperative for us to learn to coexist and to find balance. Installations in this exhibition highlight interactions between the parts of a whole, evoking the extraordinary ecosystems that give us life and bind us together. The ceramic sculptures celebrate connectedness as a vision for a future in which the interdependence of humans and the natural world is prioritized.