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The ability to perceive is essential to how we function as human beings, but subconsciously we become accustomed to our senses fitting in with our environments, and our perception on how we see the world becomes routine. 'Betrayed by the Senses' explored our senses - which we take for granted - through the eyes of 30 diverse and very individual artists using the medium of photography, painting, sculpture, animation, video installations and performances. The exhibition aimed to expand our sensory perception and challenge our understanding between truth, reality and deception.
To give the illusion of a miniature theatre the artists Tessa Garland & Marcel Baettig's installation, 'Believe It Or Not' performed endless tricks, staged in a front room and projected in a small shoe size box built in the recess of the wall. Play, humor, trickery, magic and entertainment are important factors of this work.
Contained within a glass unit Kate Welsford's 'Jewellery' consisted of handmade garments designed to restrict the use of our sensory receptors. These were accompanied by photographic prints which documented how the items were used.
Steel chains and metal hooks suspended from the ceiling pro-carelessly hold the plate of glass, held in place by suction pads and hover only millimeters over a uniform of eggs on springs. 'Traction' by artist Rita Parente gave the sense of unease, tension and stability. The springs offered the illusion of stability, as should the suction pads release themselves from the glass the eggs would cushion the fall and the plate remains intact.
Housed within its many intertwining rooms and amongst the raw untouched backdrop of the Bargehouse the exhibition showcased many creative and intriguing artworks. People from all backgrounds and all ages were able to experience and appreciate the diversity in art.
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