Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Documentation of VIZCAYA LATE_ New Growth :: The Land is a Spectrum _ "Faux Ecologies / the Anthropocene gardens + Artificial reefs of the Nature-verse"

 











Artist [dNASAb] animated the transition from day to night during the golden hours of sunset at Vizcaya. The artist presented video sculptural interventions in the Main House/Grand Foyer of the Vizcaya Museum, as well as an augmentation of the magnificent Gardens via a "school" of free-hanging sculptural works reflecting in the tranquil water features of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

“.... works from an ongoing series titled "Faux Ecologies / the Anthropocene gardens + Artificial reefs of the Nature-verse" which are hyper-mediated sculptures of reclaimed materials inspired by the growth of natural ecosystems. The Vizcaya Museum provided the perfect platform to showcase my illuminated sculptures, which are not only visually stunning but also convey an important message about the need for conservation and preservation. I am particularly drawn to the dichotomy between the materials used in the Vizcaya estate and those found in the waste-gyre of hyper-consumption and planned obsolescence. By integrating my art into the estate and gardens, I created dialogue about raising awareness about the importance of conservation and sustainable living. My sculptures, made from reclaimed materials, such as marine debris, dead corals, sea-fans and sponges I find decaying on the beach were juxtaposed against the pristine beauty of the architecture and gardens; which were predominantly made with the calcified fossils of dead corals; creating a visually stunning contrast and synergy that surely sparked conversation. I believe that this collaboration resulted in a powerful and inspiring exhibition that engaged visitors and promoted a deeper understanding of the relationship between art, history, and the environment.” 

Tuesday, March 07, 2023

VIZCAYA LATE_ New Growth :: The Land is a Spectrum _ "Faux Ecologies / the Anthropocene gardens + Artificial reefs of the Nature-verse" __ Mar. 15th_

New Growth :: The Land is a Spectrum_Wed, March 15, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens 3251 South Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33129

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vizcaya-late-new-growth-tickets-519178515917

An artist takeover with [dNASAb] curated by Rev. Houston R. Cypress, from the Otter Clan of the Miccosukee Tribe, is an artist showcase that honors the diversity of creative expressions that take their inspiration from the varied landscapes of the Everglades.

He embraces a hemispheric and global conception of indigeneity – from the Pointed Land, to Turtle Island, and Abya Yala – by inviting South Florida’s newest nonprofit Voices of the River of Grass to celebrate the roster of artists that they represent.Featured Artists:_Camisha Cedartree, Amaris Cruz-Guerrero, Rev. Houston Cypress, Gunny, Aaliyah Johnson, Lisette Morales McCabe, Mae’anna Osceola-Hart, Alejandra Rubio, Daniel Tommie, Cayla Willie.

Sauntering throughout the gardens will be an exaltation of textile arts coordinated by Miccosukee artist, Renée Manyari, Otter Clan, Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida.

Artist [dNASAb] will illuminate and animate the transition from day to night during the golden hours of sunset at Vizcaya. The artist presents video sculptural interventions in the Main House/Grand Foyer of the Vizcaya Museum, as well as an augmentation of the magnificent Gardens via a "school" of free-hanging sculptural works reflecting in the tranquil water features of Vizcaya.

Rev. Houston R. Cypress, Otter Clan, will unify the tableaux with a sonic tapestry composed of spoken word and hybrid sounds that invite us to enrich our practice of Deep Listening.

Ultimately, the notion of reciprocity underpins the work of all the artists, thereby inviting our visitors to become participants in the broader movement of reconciliation and environmental conservation.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vizcaya-late-new-growth-tickets-519178515917


[dNASAb] / @dnasab

“Presenting works from an ongoing series titled "Faux Ecologies / the Anthropocene gardens + Artificial reefs of the Nature-verse" which are hyper-mediated sculptures of reclaimed materials inspired by the growth of natural ecosystems. The Vizcaya Museum provides the perfect platform to showcase my illuminated sculptures, which are not only visually stunning but also convey an important message about the need for conservation and preservation. I am particularly drawn to the dichotomy between the materials used in the Vizcaya estate and those found in the waste-gyre of hyper-consumption and planned obsolescence. By integrating my art into the estate and gardens, I aim to create a dialogue that raises awareness about the importance of conservation and sustainable living. My sculptures, made from reclaimed materials, such as marine debris, dead corals, sea-fans and sponges I find decaying on the beach will be juxtaposed against the pristine beauty of the architecture and gardens; which were predominantly made with the calcified fossils of dead corals; creating a visually stunning contrast and synergy that is sure to spark conversation. I believe that this collaboration will result in a powerful and inspiring exhibition that engages visitors and promotes a deeper understanding of the relationship between art, history, and the environment.” 

Wed, March 15, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens 3251 South Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33129


Everglades Excursion_This is a space for creation. This is not tourism._"Faux Ecologies and Artificial Gardens of the Nature-verse"

Blessed to have participated in _”the VIP Everglades Excursion is an exploration of living stories. We hope to facilitate relationships with the real worlds of the Greater Everglades, and networking between participants. We will be providing experiences & information from artistic, scientific, political, and Miccosukee cultural perspectives about the ecosystems. Discussion, poetry, performance, contemplation, sculptural activations ... Our objective is to explore the many facets of Everglades Restoration and to suggest solutions and items for action. We are poised to amplify opportunities for collaboration.

This is a space for creation.
This is not tourism.

We want our message to continue and live on in the world through concerned action, art, educational programs, policy initiatives, prayers, etc. Miracles abound!”

"Faux Ecologies and Artificial Gardens of the Natureverse"

Worked on some temporary sculptural activations in the Everglades via NeRF's of the Natureverse.

Here is a WIP test video, before and after the Everglades Plant medicines got to the Ai_///

Stay tuned for an Artist Takeover at Vizcaya Museum on March 15th.