A Place to Call Home

A PLACE TO CALL HOME
temporary installation

Year of creation: 2024
Material: Various
Dimensions: 8’ x 8’
Location: Goat Farm Arts Center,
Atlanta, GA

Photography by Tajj Burnett, Torian Priestly, Linzy Linz

I was commissioned by Soho House to create a temporary art installation as part of their initiative to highlight local artists in celebration of Atlanta Art Week. For this project, I expanded upon my previous body of work by bringing Form 1.B to a larger scale. The installation, reflective of my signature minimalist style, explores the dynamic interplay between structure and space.

Set within the industrial environment of The Goat Farm Art Center, the location amplified the contrast between the artwork’s geometric precision and the organic surroundings. The evening’s experience was enhanced by a timed presentation, where guests were guided into a room featuring a performing violinist. This was followed by a brief performance in which two dancers moved with the resin blocks in the sand, interacting with the art piece itself. From there, guests were invited to explore the installation freely, while continuing to enjoy the music in the adjacent room.

INSTALLATION DESCRIPTION

Inspired by a story from my childhood, Shift reflects nature's dynamic power. During my formative years in the Philippines, life was profoundly impacted by the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo, one of the most powerful eruptions of the 20th century. With little warning, a mass evacuation of my home took place as ash-filled skies turned day into night. In the aftermath of the eruption, fertile soil and hidden treasures emerged, revealing the beauty that arises from chaos. Shift explores this theme through a minimal and contemplative approach.

A Place to Call Home is a play on words reflecting both my personal search for grounding through my art and the shared philosophy of Soho House. The philosophy of creating a home anywhere in the world resonates with me deeply, as both meanings capture the essence of finding belonging and solace in spaces that inspire creativity and connection.