The Divine Plan
2023 | Porcelain, metal frame, led lights
In geometry, a Platonic solid is a convex, regular polyhedron in three-dimensional space. Referred to as sacred geometry, Plato associated these forms with earth, water, fire, air, and ether. In their installation Divine Plan, the artists use interconnected icosahedrons (a water element denoting human emotions) to focus on co-existence and multiple realities, the interlinked multiplicity reflecting one of the central ideas of a common ground.
The 1000 interconnected slip cast porcelain pods re-invents century old techniques of slip casting production to create an ambitious architectural exploration. The emitted glow of the experimental and multisensorial installation allows an entry into a liminal zone where mind, body and soul can engage in self-reflection. and an open-ended, fundamental existential question of the "Divine Plan".
Supported by Anvi Pottery
SHRADDHA JOSHI & ROSS ANDREWS are ceramic artists who have both graduated from Cardiff School of Art and Design in South Wales.
Shraddha grew up amidst the rich cultural heritage of India absorbing a vivid spectrum of ideas around life events. She has always been curious, and has questioned the fundamental existential disposition as to why we as humans should value our place within the world. Her understanding of geometry and the relationship between pattern and form is truly compelling. To her, one small element used in repetitive arrangements to become something greater than the sum of its parts, is fascinating.
Ross Andrews’ work combines mould-making, slip-casting, sculptural hand-building and digital processes, such as 3D printing, to produce large vessels or ornamental pieces of sculpture. An attraction to architecture inspires Ross's work - the built environment - as well as material luxury or things of ceremony and ritual. This attraction could be explained by being a gay artist and having a queer or 'camp' aesthetic. Although minimal in colour, his work is often either over-embellished or highly textured with the feeling of 'more is more'.
