Permanent Passing
Tattoo on skin
Galleria Espai Souvenir, Barcelona
01.02.24
Permanent Passing is a live performance in which I taped a flower to the gallery wall and then free-hand tattooed its likeness onto the back of a friend. This piece delves into the intricate architecture of the human body and its relationship with organic natural forms.
Through the act of translating a transient natural element into a permanent part of the human body, Permanent Passing examines themes of impermanence and endurance. The tattoo becomes a living, breathing artwork, an enduring testament to the fleeting moment captured during the performance. This process highlights the profound impact that ephemeral natural beauty can have on our permanent selves, both physically and emotionally.
Permanent Passing is a meditation on how we internalise and immortalise elements of the natural world. It challenges traditional boundaries between art, nature, and the human body, encouraging a deeper appreciation of the delicate balance between permanence and transience. Through this work, I aim to provoke thought on how our interactions with nature leave lasting imprints on our identities, much like the tattoo on my friend's back, blending the organic with the human in a harmonious, lasting bond.
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