ATELIER ROSHI

17.00 Apero, welcome music solo piano performance

18.30 opening of group exhibition

‹Beyond the Canvas: Artists Insights on Modern Existence>
Viewing our contemporary lives through the lens of artists

This exhibition is an invitation to take a glimpse into the Intricate tapestry of our modern world through the eyes of local artists.

20.30 poetry recital
I dwell in Possibility-

..The spreading wide my narrow Hands
To gather Paradise-
<By Emily Dickinson*

Embarking on a journey through art and poetry, as we present a unique fusion of visual creativity and literary depth inspired by the works of Emily Dickinson.

22.00 piano duet and solo concert
Presented by Swiss School of music performances

Haldenstrasse 5, Entrance H18/UG, Baar. T +41 78 212 82 87
www.atelierroshi.com

"DISTORTED REALITY' reflects a new phase in my artistic career.

While capturing the footage of my introduction video in Shanghai last year I came across this extraordinary sight-the undulating mirror surface at the Temple of Lights. When I observed the surface, I was mesmerized by the way it distorted the reflections of the passers-by. The playful interactions of people with their distorted reflections sparked an idea in my mind.

Inspired by the colourful patterns and the ever-changing dance of light and shadows on the mirror. I wanted to incorporate these elements into my work. As people moved past the undulating mirror, their silhouettes and the vibrant hues of their clothing created a symphony of colours and patterns. This unique display of human interaction with the mirror's distortion resonated deeply with me.

Influenced by this experience, I began to experiment with these reflections by adding my own colour patterns to the visual symphony created by the passing crowds. Draping various materials of different colours around my tripod, I put an impact on the light and shadows, revealing the transient beauty of the reflections in a dance of colours and forms. Back in my little Shanghai service apartment, I reflected on the transformative power of the undulating mirror surface. This experience led me to a pivotal decision to completely shift my artistic style from vibrant bold colours to a white background, allowing the focus to be entirely on the undulating mirror effect. In a new approach with a similar experimental setup, I began to overexpose the images to achieve such an effect.

Back home I realised that the drastic shift in style also required a new way of display. I started to experiment with various papers and their textures.

The co-operation with ProLab, then helped me find a suitable hand-made Awagami paper that emphasises the captivating play of reflection and colour patterns.

The newly designed floating frame by ProLab supports the expression of the ever-changing dance of light and shadows.